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Can an individual with lumbar stenosis perform normal daily tasks without pain?
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∙ 12y ago
Those who suffer from chronic pain due to lumbar stenosis can find relief in medications or cortisone injections. In severe cases surgery is performed to remove the structures that are compressing the nerves.
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Is lumbar spinal stenosis less severe than cervical spinal stenosis?
The difference between lumbar spinal stenosis and cervical spinal stenosis is mainly the location of the problem. however, between the two lumbar spinal stenosis is the more severe form of stenosis.
What is narrowing of the lumbar spinal canal mean?
stenosis
Will someone with lumbar stenosis have a positive babinski sign?
Not typical of lumbar spinal stenosis because the claudication is not affecting the descending long tracts of the spinal cord which terminates at L1.
Is lumbar stenosis a cancer How can it be cured?
Lumbar stenosis is arthritis of the spinal cord which can cause severe back pain. It causes the spinal cord cavity to narrow and to put pressure on the nerves.
Is lumbar spinal stenosis a form of spinal cancer?
Lumbar spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the back bone. This is a form of arthritis due to getting older. The bone in your back will curve which causes pain.
Is lumbar stenosis a painful hereditary condition?
The best way to find out about lumbar stenosis to see if it's a painful condition would be to go to the library and look the information up in a medical book or ask your doctor.
What are some symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis?
Symptoms of lumbar spinal Stenosis include numbness, weakness, cramping, or pain in the legs, feet, or buttock; stiffness in legs and thighs; low back pain. In severe cases, loss of bladder and bowel control. Answer Pain, numbness, weakness or tingling in the arms/hands and the legs may indicate cervical spinal stenosis. Patients with lumbar spinal stenosis experience the same symptoms but limited to the lower back, legs, and feet.
Where can I find more information on lumbar spinal stenosis ?
The first and easiest place to obtain information on lumbar spinal stenosis is your doctor. They will be able to diagnose you, discuss with you treatment options and prognosis, and be a source of support and comfort. You can also find information online.
What is lumbar stenosis?
It is horrible. Your back never stops hurting and it causes your knees and ankles to hurt also. Answer Pain, numbness, weakness or tingling in the arms/hands and the legs may indicate cervical spinal stenosis. Patients with lumbar spinal stenosis experience the same symptoms but limited to the lower back, legs, and feet.
How can I treat lumbar stenosis?
You should visit a doctor to determine if this is the case or not. Once diagnosed, a plan of action will be given to you.
What is neurological claudication?
Neurological claudication is a symptom of lumbar spinal stenosis. It is basically inflammation of the nerves in the spinal cord.
doctors who perform surgury for lumbar stenosis in the area?
As you didn't state where you live, the best advice I can give is to call local area hospitals, which often have Physician Referral lines. If you have a Primary Care Physician, then that would be the first source to go to for a referral.
