What Are The Symptoms Of A Pinched Nerve?

Pins And Needles Sensation

A pins and needles sensation typically feels like burning or as though the affected area is 'asleep.' This sensation is particularly common in patients who have carpal tunnel syndrome, a compressed nerve in the wrist. Many patients find the pins and needles sensation worsens at night. To reduce this sensation, patients may need to monitor their posture. For example, if the sensation occurs in the wrist, patients may be able to reduce it by keeping their wrist straight and not placing excess weight on it. Bending the wrist or sleeping with the head on top of the wrist usually exacerbates this issue. Depending on the severity of this sensation, clinicians may recommend patients take pain relievers or apply a pain relieving topical gel to the area. Gentle movement can also help alleviate this sensation, and patients may wish to try some slow exercises that use elastic bands to develop their range of motion. An orthopedist or neurologist can evaluate pins and needles and help the patient decide on the most appropriate treatment option.

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