Question
i've just discovered that i have a trapped nerve btwn c5+6 due to damaged disc.  i have planned to do a 5k for charity this weekend.  could you advise me if this is ok please? thanks in advance

Answer
Hello, Lynz,

The criterion for "is it OK" is, how much pain are you in?

Neck muscles tighten up in "emergency breathing," as it a 5K run.  That could make the nerve entrapment worse.

Disc damage (degeneration) and nerve entrapment are a typical results of tight spinal muscles.

I would recommend you handle that muscular condition to avoid a worsening condition.

I can recommend a self-treatment approach, if you ask.