Spinal Stenosis Symptoms

SPINAL STENOSIS

DESCRIPTION
spinal stenosis happens when the space inside the backbone is too small. This can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves that travel through the spine. Spinal stenosis occurs most often in the lower back and the neck. Some people with spinal stenosis have no symptoms.

Symptoms –

Spinal stenosis often causes no symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they start slowly and get worse over time. Symptoms depend on which part of the spine is affected

Risk factors –

Most people with spinal stenosis are over age 50. Younger people may be at higher risk of spinal stenosis if they have scoliosis or other spinal problems.

Diagnosis and test –

X-ray

Magnetic resonance imaging

Computerized tomography

Treatment –

Medication

Physical therapy

Steroid shots

Needle procedure for thickened ligaments

Surgery