A negative pregnancy test can occur when you have a late period and are not pregnant. Your menstrual cycle is under hormonal control. The ovary usually releases one egg (ovulation) each month, and about two weeks after, the uterine lining sheds, resulting in menstruation.
In many cases a pinched nerve can be treated with rest and ice. If the pinched nerve is in the arm (carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome) the doctor may recommend a brace for a short period of time. The brace limits the amount of movement around the nerve, which allows it to rest and recover.
Step 1. Apply cold and heat to the affected areas or to the lower back. Cold packs, which can be purchased from drug stores or made by wrapping a moist cloth around ice, relieve the inflammation that can be caused by a pinched nerve and can also numb the affected nerve portions, which helps relieve pain.tep 4. Take medications to reduce the pain. There are a number of medications that can relieve the pain from a pinched sciatic nerve. Over-the-counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, can help relieve pain and inflammation.