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What is spinal stenosis? Spinal Stenosis refers to the narrowing of the canals in your spine that are formed by the vertebrae. This narrowing can impinge on the nerves exiting your spine or the spinal cord itself. Symptoms can vary, but often include radiating pain to the back, buttocks and even legs. Furthermore, weakness and poor balance in the legs can often occur, making it difficult to tolerate walking long distances and prolonged standing. Foraminal stenosis This is the most common form of spinal stenosis. It refers to the narrowing of the foramen canals on either side of the spine formed by the vertebrae above and below the segment. In each canal, spinal nerves exit the lowerbacktosupplydifferent partsof the pelvisand legs.With ageanddeteriorationofthediscs
between the spine, the canals shrink in size and may also have bone spurs. This irritates the nerve roots, especially when the spine is extended. Sitting typicallyfeelsbetter,butstanding andbackwardsbending increase pain. Is surgery needed? There is a big push towards fusionsurgeryforspinalstenosis and back pain. However, studies show that surgery should be a last resort, after conservative measures such as physical therapy are performed. In the vastmajorityofcases,surgery is not needed and people will have significant if not complete relief of their symptoms with physical therapy.Physical therapy targets the muscles and joints of the spine to build strength, improve stabilityofthespineandmaintain theforamenasopenaspossible.
According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, spinal stenosis is a silent epidemic. It is estimated that 2.4 million Americans will suffer from spinal stenosis by 2021. Spinal stenosis occurs mostly in people 50 and over, but can occur in younger adults with a history of arthritis.
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