If you are searching for meaningful canal stenosis pain relief, you are probably trying a combination of conservative methods prescribed by your physician. While these treatments — which may include pain medication, physical therapy, hot/cold compresses and corticosteroid injections — are effective for many patients, there are also a number of alternative treatments that are often overlooked.

What are alternative treatments and how can they provide canal stenosis pain relief?

Alternative treatments are therapies that fall outside of mainstream medicine. Some physicians disagree on the effectiveness of alternative treatments, but many patients have reported finding canal stenosis pain relief through the use of:

1. Massage therapy to relax the muscles around the spine
2. Chiropractic manipulation to realign the spine
3. Herbal remedies to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief
4. Yoga and Pilates to strengthen core muscles

Before you try any alternative treatment for canal stenosis pain relief, be sure to consult with your physician to ensure it will not worsen your condition. For example, some patients may not be fit enough to try yoga and Pilates, and some herbal supplements cannot be taken with other medications. Your physician will be able to inform you about any potential harmful interactions.

Many patients are able to find sufficient canal stenosis pain relief through the use of nonsurgical treatments. Those whose symptoms persist after several weeks or months, however, should consider surgery. One surgical option is the minimally invasive outpatient surgeries performed at USA Spine Care. More than 75,000 patients have trusted us to relieve their neck and back pain and improve their quality of life, and we remain the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery to this day. Contact USA Spine Care to learn about the many advantages of our procedures as compared to traditional open spine surgery. You can also request a free review* of your MRI from our team to determine if you are a candidate.