Effective Treatment Modalities for Spinal Stenosis

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Effective Treatment Modalities for Spinal Stenosis Spinal stenosis causes narrowing of the open spaces within your spine which puts extra pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots that pass through the spine. This causes “pinching” of the spinal nerve roots and results in pain, cramping, and muscle weakness. About 75% cases of spinal stenosis occur in the lower back area. The condition can also affect the neck and the upper back. The condition can develop because of wear and tear of the spine and usually manifests in people over 50 years of age. It may also be caused due arthritis, scoliosis, tumors of the spine, trauma, thickened ligaments, and herniated disc. People with a family history of spinal stenosis or other back problems are at an increased risk of developing the condition. Symptoms Persistent pain, numbness or weakness in the back, legs or arms could be symptoms of spinal stenosis. Symptoms usually start slowly and can become so severe that walking even short distances becomes unbearable. The severity of symptoms may vary and depend upon the location of the stenosis. They include the following 

Neck or low back pain

Hot or cold feelings in the legs

Frequent falling, clumsiness

Cramping or aching in the calves that impairs walking

Abnormal bowel/and or bladder function

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