A pinched nerve is caused by too much pressure or repetitive pressure applied to a nerve by nearby bones, cartilage, muscles or tendons. People can experience a pinched nerve anywhere in the body. In many cases, the symptoms resolve on their own with rest.

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Neuropathic pain is a chronic pain condition where the nerve fibers themselves are injured or damaged. Damaged nerves send incorrect signals to the brain and correlating pain centers. Although there is no cure for neuropathic pain, different treatment options are available.

Recently I had to attend physiotherapy to help with some balance problems I was having related to my MS. I thought it might be good to share with you what I experienced with physiotherapy. It might well help you help you with multiple sclerosis and exercise

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