How To Fix A Pinched Nerve In Your Neck | Cervical Radiculopathy Exercises | Dr. Jon Saunders

[@A.C._Taylor]

I’ve been dealing with bouts of cervical radiculopathy for close to a decade now. I woke up this morning, barely able to move my head and left shoulder. Normally it’s my right shoulder/arm. Of course it’s Saturday and my chiropractor is not open until Monday. These tips have brought a bit of relief and helped increase my range of motion a bit.

[@drjonsaunders]

Great!

[@marycjulius9597]

Wow! This brought instant relief! Had this pain in my neck , shoulder and elbow for months, didn't realize it was a pinched nerve. Thank you Doctor. I really, really appreciate this video. It helped me a lot! God bless💗

[@drjonsaunders]

You're so welcome!

[@michelles.1242]

Thank you. You have no idea how much pain relief I have gotten today from watching two of your videos. I feel remarkable. I don't remember the last time I felt this much relief. Thank you again.

[@drjonsaunders]

Amazing, thanks for sharing!

[@jlg4398]

My neck and right shoulder has been bothering me for about the last six weeks. I have not been sleeping well at all. I've tried various positions to stretch my arm with only temporary relief. I observed your various maneuvers to alleviate discomfort and voila it worked. Thank you Dr.

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MagnumTriumph]

Going through this problem right now. If you have this pain and particularly if you have numbness in your arm and hand, get an MRI immediately. Then get physio therapy following a correct diagnosis or even surgery. Pinched nerves can lead to permanent nerve damage and should be treated as an emergency.

[@drjonsaunders]

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[@teresadinnen2247]

Spinal stenosis causes this as well, which is what I suffer through...these exercises made me feel taller, open, so much relief...thank you and God bless you for taking the time to inform us - there is hope!

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it helped!

[@sasfiremaiden840]

I have a pinched nerve in my neck. It causes me intolerable pain, numbness an tingling in my arm, hand an shoulder blade. It literally brings me to tears. I'm waiting on pain management appoint. I will definitely, try these stretches...thanks!!!

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope you feel better soon!

[@sasfiremaiden840]

@@drjonsaunders Thank you Dr. Saunders. The excercises have significantly decreased my pain!!!🙂

[@graceangelmbugua8433]

😢same with me now

[@tjlance3000]

With you,,, can barely write anymore😢

[@daraghevans7637]

The decompression exercise helped for me the best, I had the same symptoms as you, I lie down and get my partner to pull my head gently as if trying to pull it off, instant relief

[@superlady2960]

This helped me so much. Truly, thank you from my heart ❤

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it helped!

[@sandracortez6767]

The scalene stretch is amazing! I am in incredible pain going on five weeks now with a pinched nerve. The scalene stretch is helping to alleviate some of the pain shooting down my left arm. Will keep doing this daily and checking out your other videos as well. Thank you!

[@drjonsaunders]

Keep at it!

[@shaquilletrumata3133]

how was your pinched nerve right now

[@Plan3tBob]

How did you get on?

[@akesh2571]

Tried the stretches, and its made a huge difference. Lots of relief. 😊

[@drjonsaunders]

Great to hear!

[@zorozain]

These exercises worked really quickly fo me. I can’t thank you enough. Great informative video.

[@drjonsaunders]

Amazing, thanks for sharing!

[@timdoherty1767]

Seriously, I did exactly as you advised-all three exercises repeatedly throughout the day-and I’m pain free this morning after days and days of dull ache. There are a number of videos advising on this, but yours is the best. I’m subscribing, and now I need to see what you offer for SI pain!

[@drjonsaunders]

Wonderful!

[@adamaustin22]

I needed this in my life so very badly! Thank you so very much for what you do brother!! Sincerely appreciate you Doc!

[@drjonsaunders]

You are so welcome!

[@Justouttheredancing]

I have to say a massive thank you to you, Dr Jon. At the end of last year I started to suffer from vestibular migraines and I had a lot of vertigo that came with it. I found your vestibular exercises, I did them religiously and they helped me so, so much. Then yesterday I pained some shelves. I must have moved awkwardly and towards the end of the day I had excruciating pain in my shoulder blade, up my neck and down my arm. I slept terribly last night as I was in so much pain. I watched this video of yours this morning, followed your exercises today and I feel so much better already. I can move my neck and I can breathe without pain! So I will sleep so well tonight. Thank you so much for your knowledge and videos. You have genuinely helped me so much with two different issues and for that I am so grateful. Thank you.

[@drjonsaunders]

I appreciate your kind words and am happy you have found my videos helpful - best wishes!

[@coachmike01]

Thank you. My wife is going through something and seeking help, and this video gave me hope.

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad I could help!

[@mrntabor]

Hi Dr Saunders I just like to point out that the last exercise with the rolled-up towel I cannot do due to my left arm / hand is very weak now so I cannot get enough strength to do it. The exercise before that one works good and with an added look down works great for me getting pain relief now. Keep the good work Doctor.

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@helenmoon-bertrand9181]

THANK YOU.I WILL TRY THESE EXERCISES

[@drjonsaunders]

Please do!

[@MothmanAlpha]

I felt tingling down my arm that seemed to change locations every so often, and it had been driving me nuts most of this week. I've been looking through a lot of different videos, and trying a few different exercises, but these worked really quickly and have my discomfort way down, so you have my sincere gratitude.

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for sharing!

[@randymillhouse791]

Same ish. I have just done about 7 of the first chin tuck / look up exercise and the tingling went away. I had ACDF surgery on levels T3 - T5 in 2015 so vigilance is key. Thanks Doctor. Instead of a pain scale of 9 I am at a comfortable 5 now and just begun. You take pain out of people's lives. That is Holy! Consider this if you ever have a "down" day.

[@shaquilletrumata3133]

how was your pinched nerve right now

[@Flate123]

You explained my pain EXACTLY how it is and how it also affects hands, shoulders, elbows etc. Thanks! Now i know what i need to train on :P

[@drjonsaunders]

Best wishes!

[@simreecosmetics]

God bless you ! You're amazing !

[@drjonsaunders]

Thank you! :)

[@entertainmood]

This is really magical exercise its helping

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@joecontreras5444]

You sir are a kind Man, bless you and your loved ones.

[@drjonsaunders]

🙏

[@michaelblankenau6598]

What about me ?

[@efrenrabago5541]

Gracias, Doctor Saunders. Sus ejercicios están buenísimos, me han ayudado mucho. Saludos desde México.

[@drjonsaunders]

Wonderful! Thanks for watching! :)

[@LITTLESBYBELLA]

The content on the video works pretty well for me! having me neck pain after a bike accident, and this was so helpfull! thanks a lot!

[@drjonsaunders]

Great to hear!

[@sandyleewhite]

You have no idea how happy I am, to have found your channel 😊 These exercises are working, & relieving my pain, Thank You! 😊

[@drjonsaunders]

Wonderful!

[@Frank020]

1) I feel one large nerve pain, which is going down the arm, when I perform the neck back chin in one. It hurts.. 2)The towel traction helped all the tension was gone like it is always so tight on the top of the shoulder height behind spine. It helped reduce pain on the stretch above. 3)Thus far, this video has been the most helpful. The way you illustrate them is so clear too. Thank you. I will look to see if you have any more on the neck.

[@drjonsaunders]

You may find this video helpful as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpzViqmjeM-JrJYsi=UowufcqH-x9hKVCb

[@tamaliinielsen2390]

Wow thank u so much I had this pain on my neck shoulder nd left arm for weeks been taking painkillers that didn't help now it's a relief God bless you 😊

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it helped! Best wishes.

[@dianeflan]

These exercises have helped me. Thank you, Dr. Jon. I watch the video every time I do the exercises just to hear you say, "One thing is certain, I know you can get better from this. DON'T GIVE UP HOPE." Very encouraging.

[@drjonsaunders]

:)

[@Mashiach2025]

Great video that helped me immensely thank you 😊

[@drjonsaunders]

I'm so glad!

[@nisarahmed2412]

My mother was crying becuase of this shoulder pain that turned out the nerve neck pain but after doing the exercise today she felt nice ❤❤❤thank you docter may allha guide you and help you in your bad days...

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful...all the best!

[@yaufu2386]

Thank you Doctor for giving such valuable tips....

[@drjonsaunders]

Always welcome!

[@dianavaldez3371]

Thank you, I really like the scalene stretch.

[@drjonsaunders]

You’re welcome 😊

[@alisacohen7176]

This is the best video I have seen on the subject. Is there a certain pillow you recommend, or can you show us how to sleep correctly on the side, with the use of a pillow?

[@drjonsaunders]

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[@Todd63790]

This is Heaven sent thank you so much 🙏🙏🙏

[@drjonsaunders]

You're welcome 😊

[@angamao3999]

Thanks for the information. I ve started the exercise from today. Just last week i went for shoulder pain treatment.

[@drjonsaunders]

Best wishes!

[@rajudalal6766]

Long time I suffering neck Aram pain this exercise is useful me thanks

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad you found it helpful. :)

[@FitsMe3]

This video is very helpful.. thank you so much..

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@drjonsaunders]

Pinched nerves are no fun! Any questions, ask here and I'll be happy to answer them for you. ✅SUBSCRIBE HERE: kzbin.info

[@troymain5981]

Thank you soo much for making this video. Lifesaver.

[@ZenZipsTV]

Hello doctor, im looking to find a way, if i can send you in whatsapp or instagram my neck how it looks in xray

[@BOSS-rn3so]

How about if it's in shoulder blade doc? The pinching nerve

[@schimenti1]

@@BOSS-rn3so I'm looking into this myself. Seems like it will always start with the neck even though you're feeling it in the shoulders

[@lucygoosie7726]

@@schimenti1 mine really seems like it’s just in my shoulder. I can pinpoint the exact spot in my shoulder that the pain is radiating from and my neck feels fine. I’m still going to try these exercises, but I hope they don’t make things worse if they are for the neck only.

[@pamilagrimes1588]

Thanks, I will try these exercises.

[@drjonsaunders]

Good luck!

[@marilynleach1835]

I have a pinched nerve, will start these exercises. Thank you for your informative videos.

[@drjonsaunders]

You can do it!

[@marilynleach1835]

@@drjonsaunders Ty, already filling little better mobility in neck, thankfully.

[@Amazingme927]

Thanks doc for sharing this exercise… I just start now

[@drjonsaunders]

Best of luck!

[@monicapark9712]

Been loosing function in my hands, one more than the other, seemingly suddenly. Depending on the day by this time of night it feels much better than on waking but still no force in my grip and pain. Just did the first exercise and that was relieved. Glad I found this before bed and hopeful starting tomorrow my 2 weeks of misery will finally be on path to alleviation. Been seriously debilitating. Thank you so much for this video!

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@238gshivamnair7]

Thamk you so much. Much love from India. I am going through this suffering for 1month. Your exercises I saw this morning..early morning . Did. Already feeling slightly relieved. God bless you. -- Preethi

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for sharing!

[@roccocelentano8000]

This was so helpful! Thank you very much! God bless you. ❤

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ningtaylor6186]

Slept wrong with high stress and this pinched nerve is driving me nuts. Plus, it has delayed my holiday decorating.😂 I’ve never had it this bad. Thank you for the stretches. Started immediately.

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope you feel better soon!

[@ningtaylor6186]

@@drjonsaunders thank you. Getting there. Still numbness and ache but the searing pain has dissipated with the help of the recommended stretches!

[@Kate_mn]

Thanks so much Dr Jon ❤ . God bless you

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure. :)

[@mikemoore2791]

Stumbled across this. Exactly what i have. Dead hangs help a bit. I will apply these. Thanks.

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@markbenham8411]

Thank you 🙏🙏

[@drjonsaunders]

You're welcome 😊

[@jeanetteaustin8383]

Loved this. Looking forward to practising daily

[@drjonsaunders]

You got this!

[@user-zo2ln1en4l]

I have had neck & shoulder pain for awhile now I have spinal stenosis & im having physio at moment but after doing your movements the pain has lessened straight after Thankyou so much as this pain has really hurt all in my neck and down my arm with burning sensation on side of my neck I had a spinal operation last year & it has been so uncomfortable sleeping with this shoulder & neck pain since my operation nothing I have done has got right into the pain but after doing these It seems to have eased it already I will be doing these daily💞 Big Thankyou

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad you found my video helpful. Best wishes.

[@karenyoungers6457]

This great! The traction for the neck with the towel doesn't seem to do much for me. But also, since it's my right shoulder that's affected, I don’t have a lot of strength in that arm to pull up on the towel for more than 5 to 10 seconds. Everything else really helps! Thanks!

[@drjonsaunders]

Great, thanks for sharing!

[@talknight2]

Just doing the first tuck and stretch already eased the neck pain I woke up with :)

[@drjonsaunders]

Great, thanks for sharing!

[@yasiraslam5185]

Thanks

[@drjonsaunders]

Welcome!

[@timgalus8707]

good stuff !!

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad you liked it!

[@ruthiecorrea1030]

I’m so grateful I came upon this. I have subscribed and am excited to find relief. Thank you

[@drjonsaunders]

Welcome!

[@2701746]

I had something pullon my right arm for years until something pulled on my neck out of nowhere gettung out of the shower. I have been trying many different ulnar nerve excercises but after trying the ones in this video I am feeling immediate pain relief. Thank you so much

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for sharing!

[@doraaurquilla8806]

Thank you very much forma all the exercise you teaching us, I have all the conditions you explein, and I follow tour instrucción and they are excelente!!

[@drjonsaunders]

You're very welcome!

[@lainpadang8033]

This will be very helpful, thanks very much! ²⁸5⅔

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@lainpadang8033]

Doing this tonight, I find the last exercise is the most difficult one as I can't feel my neck is being pulled up 😅 ³⁰5⅔

[@neo-RGM]

I just did "Decompression Stretch" while watching this video my pain just went away. I'm feeling so good. You're amazing Doctor❤‍🩹.

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it helped!

[@rehanawasim7527]

Thanks doctor,very helpful exercises

[@drjonsaunders]

You're most welcome!

[@HomelessRomantic]

the towel feels great, ill do it everyday, hoping this pain goes away, ill keep you updated! thanks Dr. Jon!

[@drjonsaunders]

Best wishes!

[@gomathiramarun8851]

Thank u so much🙏

[@drjonsaunders]

Most welcome 😊

[@chucalissa9231]

New sub...I've been pinch nerve 1 month now ..my neck and arm real pain .wakes me from deep sleep

[@drjonsaunders]

I wish you a speedy recovery.

[@stevemuzak8526]

This exercise in a bliss. I have so much rhomboid pain. This makes it less worse.

[@drjonsaunders]

Happy to hear!

[@valgal36]

Thank you!! I feel the difference already.

[@drjonsaunders]

Great!

[@kcclxn7]

All i gotta say is THANK YOU!!

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure 🙏

[@angellizarraga4170]

Thanks a lot Dr. Saunders, real helpfull therapy, congrats!!! This is Armando from Mexicali, Mexico

[@drjonsaunders]

Hello Armando! Thanks for watching. :)

[@heidimcochran1783]

Instant relief!! Thank you so much John!

[@drjonsaunders]

You're welcome!

[@dorotawojcik3819]

Thank you Dr Saunders. I had pain and numbness in my arm but doing the exercises my symptoms have greatly improved and I don’t need disc replacement now 😄👍🏻! Many thanks 🙏

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for sharing! All the best. :)

[@Rosstransportllc]

Awesome job doc im currently dealing with a pinched nerve on my neck to my shoulder this was a very helpful video thanks.

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope you feel better soon!

[@margaretelmajed2335]

Thank you, very greatful🫶

[@drjonsaunders]

You're welcome 😊

[@angellizarraga4170]

...Again Mr. Saunders Thank you, thank you and a lot of thenks to you. God bless you...from Mr. Angel L. from Mexicali, Mexico

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure 🙏

[@Azaroski]

The towel decompression is awesome! I squat heavy and frequently. I was experiencing some pinched nerve symptoms in my upper traps/neck and this did the trick!

[@drjonsaunders]

Happy to hear it!

[@anniepeteralkins5845]

Thank you. Ive been suffering since Feb. Sometimes the headaches feel behind my eyes These exercises have certainly helped and I use them each time I feel the tingling starting up and then they begin to subside - centralizing Again thank you for your helpful video. Annie

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad they are helping...all the best!

[@shaquilletrumata3133]

how was your pinched nerve right now

[@AshkanTaghipour]

interesying Doc

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks!

[@letyboo1ify]

That last stretch was instant relief! Thank you! I have a 10week old and with breast breastfeeding, cosleeping, and sleeping on my left while nursing my left arm has been so bothersome.

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad you found the video helpful!

[@kranthikumar1758]

Kindly help Dr.Jon, Please have a look on these spine mri findings and suggest ------- Whole spine screening: Cervical spine: Loss of cervical lordosis. Anterior marginal osteophytes at C4, C5. Diffuse disc bulge at C4-C5, C5-C6 & C6-C7 causing anterior thecal sac indentation. Dorsal spine: T2 hyperintensity noted at D4, D9 - likely haemangiomas. Disc desiccatory changes at multiple levels. Schmorl's node at the inferior endplate of D11. Mild disc bulge at D1-D2 causing anterior thecal sac indentation. Ligamentum flavum hypertrophy at D10-D11 causing posterior thecal sac indentation. Lumbar spine: Modic changes noted at inferior end plate of L3. Schmorl's node seen at inferior end plate of L1, both end plate of L2, L4, superior end plate of L3. Loss of central T2 hyperintensity of IV discs s/o dessication is noted at all levels. Diffuse disc bulge causing anterior thecal sac indentation at L2-L3. Diffuse disc bulge causing bilateral mild neural foramina narrowing at L3-L4. Diffuse disc bulge causing bilateral moderate neural foramina narrowing at L4-L5. Diffuse disc bulge causing posterior annular tear, moderate spinal canal narrowing and bilateral mild neural foraminal narrowing at L5-S1 We really need your suggestion, my mother is experiencing unbearable pain(neck moments are restricted, Pain in both left and right hands)

[@drjonsaunders]

I'm sorry to hear. This is a situation where she will need some professional guidance to be able to help her. Take care.

[@kenandgwenhislop3176]

You have given me so much hope after months. Just curious I’m getting relief but neck feels even more bulge like but I can feel my fingers now. Should I be concerned or will that bulge feeling also go away?

[@drjonsaunders]

Keep hope up! If your symptoms change, please speak to your doctor. Best wishes.

[@familyaccountyoutube6676]

So helpful, thank you!

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@awesomeAB17]

Thanks a lot for this amazing video 🙇‍♂️

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad you liked it!

[@patriciagraces7765]

Thank you! Much better !

[@drjonsaunders]

You're welcome!

[@petrapetrova2803]

Great tips thank u so much!

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@AA-pc5oi]

Wow. Well done explained!

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nuzhatwani359]

Hii doctor thanks for the vedio. Will you please confirm me is the shortness of breath related to neck disc

[@drjonsaunders]

Unlikely, so I suggest you see your doctor. Unless it is due to the pain, then it's possible.

[@shahedezadin3305]

Thanks for sharing 👏

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@kanwaljitsingh5159]

Great video. Great tips. Thanks for making and posting this video. Can we do these first two exercises on both sides, because I feel little pain behind my right shoulder blade ,but pain on the area between left shoulder and the neck . I have my neck side muscles twitching and jaws closing more quickly than normal.

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes you can...best wishes.

[@raiderdad13]

Hi Dr Jon . I have these same symptoms. The pain is not consistent.Wanted to know if Spinal Stenosis is the same thing. As this is what I was told.Thank you for your response.

[@drjonsaunders]

Spinal stenosis can be a cause of a pinched nerve. I hope you find my videos helpful.

[@siddude]

OMG. thanks for this. I did the towel roll and my neck and arm feel so much better.

[@drjonsaunders]

Wonderful!

[@fcsolis]

Thanks, Doc.

[@drjonsaunders]

Welcome!

[@paisleigh9467]

You’re the best, Dr. Jon! Haven’t tried the towel stretch yet but loved the others!

[@drjonsaunders]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@joemartin906]

Thanks for the advice!!!

[@drjonsaunders]

You bet!

[@scotty90]

Thank you mate, have pain both arms, exercises are great, do you recommend a collar for sleeping at night?

[@drjonsaunders]

No, not if you don't need it. Best wishes.

[@smithjordan480]

Great stuff, helpful so far.

[@drjonsaunders]

Wonderful!

[@akhterwaheed3912]

Thank u

[@drjonsaunders]

Welcome!

[@Travel4Jalsa]

Absolute classy Dr, thx a lot

[@drjonsaunders]

You are very welcome! :)

[@ervicito77]

Thank you, this helped!

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it helped!

[@onrouterestoration4484]

Hello Im 30 years old and I have pinched nerve for more than 10 years,what i know is c4c5 could be arthritis ,i hope this video it will help me a bit, because this problem never go away thank you

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope it helps you too! Best wishes!

[@raselbenyamen9025]

Thank you so much doc.

[@drjonsaunders]

Most welcome!

[@KathyMyers-gt6oe]

Currently going to a chiropractor. After second time my left arm lost strength, so its hard to do some of these exercises. I still have hope he can stop my pain behind neck and shoulder.

[@drjonsaunders]

Be patient, healing takes time, best wishes!

[@teresaabbud-garciainterpre7649]

Hello Dr. Jon, your videos have been so helpful. Five months ago, I had the popping, gripping sensation in my neck. To my surprise I found your great video with that title! The last three months there is not as much gripping or any noise coming from my neck, but after an Xray and MRI that my doctor ordered, I end up with moderate to severe narrowing from C3-C4 through C6-C7. Can I do these exercises that you prescribed in this video? Thank you for all your thorough explanation.

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes, absolutely...this one will be helpful as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpzViqmjeM-JrJY

[@teresaabbud-garciainterpre7649]

Thank you! @@drjonsaunders