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It is probably a pinched/compressed nerve. It may seem odd, but this can be treated with muscle relaxants (such as flexoril) and 800 mg. ibuprophen (motrin) every 8 hours. This combination will reduce inflamation (inflammation), and relax the muscles so that the nerve can get back where it belongs. Try this for at least 3-4 days before you give up. If you still have slight pain after that, continue the motrin as needed. If this does not help, you may need to seek low cost medical coverage through a state program.