It can be overwhelming to learn that your chronic neck or back pain is caused by spinal stenosis. This degenerative spine condition develops gradually over time, eventually leading to unexpected chronic neck or back pain. We, at USA Spine Care, give high priority to educating our patients about their various conditions, symptoms and treatment options.

USA Spine Care’s collection of spinal stenosis articles

To help answer some questions you might have about spinal stenosis, we have put together the following spinal stenosis articles for review:

• 5 Stretches for Canal Stenosis
• What Would Happen If Canal Stenosis Is Left Untreated?
• Four Common Causes of Canal Stenosis
• Can Medications Be Used to Treat Canal Stenosis?
• What Are the Risks of Canal Stenosis Surgery?
• How Serious Is Canal Stenosis?
• Would Cervical Canal Stenosis Cause Lower Leg Problems?
• How Does a Doctor Determine You Need Canal Stenosis Surgery?
• 10 Activities You Can Resume After Canal Stenosis Treatment
• Five Treatments to Try Before Canal Stenosis Surgery
• Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis
• Cervical Spinal Canal Stenosis
• Canal Foraminal Stenosis
• Severe Spinal Canal Stenosis
• Cervical Central Canal Stenosis
• Central Spinal Canal Stenosis and the Aging Process
• MLB Star David Wright Considers Canal Stenosis Surgery
• Four Quick Tips Before Your Canal Stenosis Treatment
• Common Misconceptions About Canal Stenosis
• 5 Ways to Ease Canal Stenosis Pain
• 4 Questions to Ask Before Canal Stenosis Treatment
• Signs of Canal Stenosis You Must Not Ignore
• Canal Stenosis Treatment vs Surgery — Which Do You Need?
• Overlooked Treatments for Canal Stenosis
• A Complete Guide to Canal Stenosis Surgery
• Canal Stenosis Treatment Methods and Prevention Strategies
• 4 Tips on How to Prevent Canal Stenosis
• 3 Canal Stenosis Surgery Alternatives
• Learn When You Need Canal Stenosis Surgery
• Five Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Canal Stenosis Surgery
• Five Tips For Traveling With Canal Stenosis
• Canal Stenosis Treatment And Prevention Strategies
• Three Tips To Make Your Canal Stenosis Treatment More Effective
• How To Prepare For Canal Stenosis Surgery
• A Complete Guide To Canal Stenosis
• When Is Canal Stenosis Surgery The Best Option?
• Effective Canal Stenosis Treatments To Help You Avoid Surgery
• Five Ways To Prevent Canal Stenosis
• What To Expect From Canal Stenosis Treatment
• What to Do if You Have Been Diagnosed With Canal Stenosis
• Learn How to Assist Canal Stenosis Surgery Recovery
• Five Tips for People Living With Canal Stenosis
• Three Exercises to Perform for Canal Stenosis Treatment
• Four Signs that Indicate You Need Canal Stenosis Surgery
• Five Uncommon Canal Stenosis Treatment Options
• What You Need to Know About Canal Stenosis
• When Can I Return to Work Following Canal Stenosis Surgery?
• What Are Natural Canal Stenosis Treatment Options?
• When Will You Recover From Canal Stenosis Surgery?
• Three Tips for Individuals with Canal Stenosis Who Work in Physically Demanding Jobs
• What Is Canal Stenosis?
• Am I a Candidate for Canal Stenosis Treatment?
• Is it Time for Canal Stenosis Treatment? Five Signs You Should Consult with a Physician
• Why Should I Consider Canal Stenosis Surgery?
• Can Physical Therapy Help with Canal Stenosis Treatment?
• How to Relieve Canal Stenosis Back Pain
• Is Surgery the Best Option for Canal Stenosis in the Neck?
• The Difference Between Degenerative and Congenital Canal Stenosis
• Four Overlooked Remedies for Canal Stenosis Pain Relief
• Three Signs You Should Undergo Surgery for Canal Stenosis in Your Neck
• Five Uncommon Symptoms of Canal Stenosis
• Three Exercises that May Relieve Pain from Canal Stenosis
• What Are the Symptoms of Cervical Canal Stenosis?
• Three Exercises to Avoid When You Have Canal Stenosis
• Five Lifestyle Improvements to Help You Avoid Canal Stenosis
• Three Common Symptoms of Canal Stenosis

Spinal canal stenosis causes

The important thing to understand about spinal canal stenosis is that it is usually a result of nothing more than the unavoidable aging process. With aging, the spinal anatomy deteriorates. Conditions like degenerative disc disease, the development of bone spurs, spondylolisthesis and facet disease develop. When these conditions result in the narrowing of the central vertebral canal, the spinal cord and various nerve roots may become irritated, producing a variety of related symptoms. In all, spinal stenosis can cause a number of symptoms, such as neck or back pain, pain that radiates along an affected nerve like sciatica, numbness, tingling or even unexpected muscle weakness.

Spinal canal stenosis treatments

Treatment may be directed at symptom suppression or symptom cause correction. Treatment selection depends on factors such as patient desires, risks of treatment, side effects of treatment and treatment effectiveness. Condition factors influencing treatment choice include the location of the spinal canal stenosis, the severity of symptoms and result of leaving the condition untreated. Treatment should begin with as little bodily invasion or disruption as possible.

Initial treatment often consists of a series of conservative techniques, such as pain medication, anti-inflammatories, physical therapy, range of motion exercises and heat massage. However, if your pain persists for several weeks or months of conservative care, more aggressive treatment may be required. The focus of treatment must change from noninvasive suppression of symptoms to more invasive correction of the cause of symptoms, in the form of minimally invasive spine surgery. Reach out to our dedicated team to determine if you are a candidate for minimally invasive spinal canal stenosis surgery.

Accomplishing an effective, more invasive treatment while maintaining the least disruptive course of action is the fundamental idea upon which USA Spine Care was conceived and developed. The physicians at USA Spine Care have perfected highly successful minimally invasive procedures for the treatment of spinal stenosis and many other spinal conditions. Contact us today to schedule a no-cost MRI review* to determine if our procedures would be effective in relieving your spinal canal stenosis.

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