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Numbness and tingling in the hands, arms, feet, or legs almost always indicate nerve compression somewhere along the pathway from the spine to the extremity. SOT chiropractic identifies and corrects the source.
Numbness and tingling (paresthesia) are symptoms of nerve compression or irritation at any point along the neural pathway — from the spinal cord and nerve roots to peripheral nerves in the extremities. The pattern of symptoms accurately identifies the location: dermatomal distribution points to specific nerve roots, while the median nerve distribution (index finger, thumb) suggests carpal tunnel. Spinal nerve root compression from disc pathology, subluxation, or foraminal stenosis is the most common cause. Cervical subluxation causing arm tingling and lumbar subluxation causing leg numbness are frequently and quickly resolved with chiropractic correction.
Dr. Foss performs a systematic neurological examination to identify the level and mechanism of nerve compression causing the numbness and tingling. SOT spinal corrections at the identified levels decompress the nerve roots and restore normal neural function. The double-crush syndrome — where cervical compression amplifies peripheral entrapment — is evaluated and addressed comprehensively. Most patients experience improvement in tingling within the first few visits as nerve root pressure is relieved. Complete resolution of numbness may take longer as nerve healing is gradual.
At Pura Vida Chiropractic, Dr. Foss uses Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) — a gentle, category-based system that addresses the spine, pelvis, and craniosacral rhythm as one integrated unit. SOT restores proper biomechanics, reduces nerve interference, and creates the neurological environment your body needs to heal itself.
For many patients, combining spinal correction with regenerative therapies produces faster and more lasting results. Depending on your condition, Dr. Foss may incorporate one or more of the following:
Photobiomodulation with a 10–15W Class IV laser delivers therapeutic light energy deep into tissue, reducing inflammation, blocking pain signals, and speeding healing at the cellular level.
Pura Vida Chiropractic is a family-friendly, bilingual (English/Spanish) clinic serving San Antonio, TX. Dr. Dan Foss is trained in Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), a comprehensive chiropractic system that addresses the whole body — not just the area of pain. We combine hands-on spinal correction with the latest regenerative technology to help patients resolve the root cause of their condition rather than masking symptoms.
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Numbness and tingling (paresthesias) result from disrupted sensory nerve function — most often from nerve compression (cervical or lumbar radiculopathy, carpal tunnel, thoracic outlet syndrome), peripheral neuropathy, or vascular compromise. Location of the symptoms helps identify the involved nerve and its compression point.
Dr. Foss identifies the specific nerve involved and the compression point. SOT addresses the structural pattern (cervical for arm/hand symptoms, lumbar/sacral for leg/foot symptoms), soft-tissue work releases peripheral entrapments, and Class IV laser supports nerve recovery. Most patients see meaningful improvement within several visits when compressive patterns are identified.
Most patients improve within 8–14 visits over 5–8 weeks when a specific compressive pattern is identified. Diabetic and chemotherapy-induced neuropathy requires concurrent medical management and responds more slowly. Severe motor deficits warrant immediate orthopedic evaluation.
Yes, with appropriate technique. SOT uses non-rotational adjustments well-suited to nerve cases. Dr. Foss screens for serious causes (cauda equina, central pathology, vascular events) warranting immediate medical workup before initiating conservative care.
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