Symptoms

• Radiating pain into arms or legs
• Numbness/tingling
• Muscle weakness
• Stiffness and nerve irritation

How Medical Massage Helps

• Decompresses surrounding musculature
• Reduces inflammation and nerve pressure
• Improves spinal alignment
• Supports rehab exercises

Expected Outcomes

• Decreased nerve pain
• Improved function
• Less tension and guarding
• Safer movement patterns

When to Refer / Coordinate Care

• Progressive neurological deficits
• Loss of bowel/bladder control (urgent)
• Severe unrelenting pain
• Surgical consultation needed