Some cases of nerve pain can go away on their own, but it is often chronic. It can be unrelenting and severe, or it can come and go with mild symptoms. Nerve pain, also known as neuralgia, is often the result of nerve damage or a dysfunctional nervous system. Nerve damage not only affects nerve function at the site of the injury, but also the areas around it. With treatment, most cases of nerve pain can be effectively managed. A nerve pain specialist, such as a chiropractor, can evaluate nerve pain and determine the underlying cause of the condition. Once the root cause has been diagnosed, a treatment plan can be created that is unique to the patient’s individual needs.