452 | Pinched Nerve In Your Neck? Discussing Cervical Radiculopathy Pain and Rehab

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, break down cervical radiculopathy—commonly referred to as a “pinched nerve” in the neck. They explain the symptoms and causes of a pinched nerve, and discuss why imaging findings aren’t always alarming. The hosts share practical strategies for relief, including targeted exercises, posture tips, and gentle nerve mobilization, while emphasizing the importance of conservative care and when to seek urgent medical attention for a pinched nerve. Their accessible, stepwise approach empowers listeners to manage neck and arm pain confidently and safely, promoting resilience and recovery through education and movement. Lifting for Longevity Course Discount! Come and join our brand new course Lifting for Longevity! This course was created by Doc Jen and shot with her 73 year old mother to show that, regardless what age or level you are, you can build strength, power, mobility, balance, and so much more! It will help you understand all of the components of movement that are important when it comes to moving well, late in life. Come join us and grab a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL at checkout! We think You'll Love: Lifting for Longevity Course Jen’s Instagram Dom’s Instagram YouTube Channel What You'll Learn: 03:26 Breaking Down the Medical Terminology 04:29 Symptoms and Causes 07:51 Imaging Findings and Asymptomatic Cases 08:55 Diagnosis and Clinical Assessment 11:01 Role of Imaging and When to Use It 12:01 Prognosis and Recovery Timeline 14:21 Active vs. Passive Treatments 15:35 Pillar 1: Education and Symptom Management 17:02 Pillar 2: Movement and Exercise Strategies 21:10 Exercise Demonstrations and Recommendations 23:54 Pillar 3: Nerve-Friendly Loading and Neurodynamics 27:09 Pillar 4: Manual Therapy as an Adjunct 29:30 List of urgent symptoms and red flags that require immediate medical attention. For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/452 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.