31/10/2025
💡 Did you know your neck has 8 cervical nerve roots — but only 7 vertebrae?
Your C8 nerve root exits between C7 and T1 — even though there's no "C8 vertebra." These nerve roots control sensation and movement in your shoulders, arms, and hands — so when one gets compressed (a condition called Cervical Radiculopathy), you might feel pain, tingling, or weakness that travels from your neck down your arm.
Here's the fascinating part 👇
Even a tiny pressure of 5–10 mmHg (that's less than a gentle squeeze!) can slow down nerve function and cause symptoms.
At GX Physio, our physiotherapists assess which nerve paths are irritated and use:
✅ Manual cervical traction to relieve pressure
✅ Targeted strengthening for deep neck flexors
✅ Postural re-education and nerve glides
✅ Personalised home exercise plans to keep symptoms away
🦴 The goal? To help you move better, restore strength, and get back to doing what you love — pain-free.
Source: Tanaka N. et al., Anatomic study of the cervical intervertebral foramina, nerve roots, and intradural rootlets. Spine Journal, 2000.
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