The narrowing of the spinal canal, known as spinal stenosis, is common in older adults and results from normal wear over the course of a lifetime. The nerve roots and spinal cord are gradually compressed, leading to pain and a number of other conditions.
These problems vary based on what nerves are affected and can include:
Generally pain will gradually worsen in the legs or lower back, especially with more strenuous walking, such as going uphill. This pain is often relieved when the patient sits or leans forward to provide more space in the spinal cord.
These progressively degenerative symptoms can occur because of any of the following:
The risk of spinal stenosis increases in people who are born with a narrower spinal canal, are over 50 years old, or have had previous spinal conditions or surgeries. In addition, women are more likely to develop spinal stenosis than men.
Certain conditions can cause or exacerbate spinal stenosis. These include:
ProMED Pain Rehabilitation Institute is a revolutionary treatment center that has helped many across the Chicagoland area with stenosis without the use of drugs, injections, or surgery. We have combined a safe, unique collection of some of the most advanced spine technology and protocols available at any clinic in the area.
Contact our Chicago-area Non-Surgical Spine Center today at 630-226-5754 to see if you qualify for our innovative approach.
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