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When the gaps in the spine contract, the spinal cord and nerve roots are compressed, a condition known as spinal stenosis. The lower back, legs, arms, shoulders, or neck may experience discomfort, weakness, cramping, or numbness as a result of this pinching of the nerve and spinal cord. Individuals over 50 are susceptible to spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis comes in two varieties: cervical and lumbar; the latter is more hazardous.
The main factors influencing the condition’s severity are whether the nerve is compressed and the extent of the spine’s damage. Because there are various stages, it also becomes worse with time. Attempting to walk, move, stand, sit, etc., might exacerbate discomfort, numbness, stiffness, and tingling. In addition to helping patients with pain and other symptoms brought on by the condition, our care team specializes in treating lumbar and cervical spinal stenosis.
The spine ages and has age-related changes throughout time.
Arthritis of the spine
We look closely at the patient’s family history, symptoms, and medical history. When the symptoms first appeared, what activities caused them, and whether there is a pattern that makes them worse or better are some of the key details that are necessary for the diagnosis. The patient will be asked to move around and bend forward during the physical examination to see whether that helps with the pain. To examine reflexes, balance, muscle strength, nerve perception, and other aspects, a neurological examination is also conducted. Spinal stenosis may be diagnosed using some of the following tests:
These tests are part of a proper diagnosis, which is the initial stage of healing.
Contact Advanced Pain Consultants, PA at (919) 800-0850 to find out more about how our pain treatment methods can help people feel better.
