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Spinal stenosis is a condition. It is not caused by an outside agent creating an infection, but rather a problem that your body has independently developed.
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The stenosis in spinal stenosis refers to an abnormal condition of?
narrowing
Is Spinal degeneration the same as spinal stenosis?
No. Spinal stenosis a condition where the spinal canal narrows and compresses the spinal cord and nerves. Spinal degeneration is a natural process that occurs as we age and it often the causeof spinal stenosis.
What is the definition of cervical stenosis?
Cervical stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal is too small for the spinal cord and nerve roots. This can cause damage to the spinal cord.
What is focal spinal stenosis?
Focal spinal stenosis is a condition that happens with the aging of the human body. It is the progressive narrowing of the spinal canal which can lead to disc herniation and degenerative diseases.
What are the demographics of spinal stenosis?
Spinal stenosis usually affects people over 50 years of age. Women have the condition more frequently than men do.
What is focal stenosis?
Focal spinal stenosis is a condition that happens with the aging of the human body. It is the progressive narrowing of the spinal canal which can lead to disc herniation and degenerative diseases.
Where can i find out exercizes i can do to help with spinal stenosis?
You can find exercises to help with this condition on a number of websites. Try checking out http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/exercise/exercise-sciatica-spinal-stenosis, http://spinalstenosis.org/blog/spinal-stenosis-exercises/, and http://www.ehow.com/about_5076676_spinal-stenosis-exercises.html.
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 meant by moderate ap thecal sac stenosis of 6.4 mm?
It means moderate spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis (or narrowing) is a common condition that occurs when the small spinal canal, which contains the spinal cord, becomes compressed. This causes a 'pinching' of the spinal cord and/or nerve roots, which leads to pain, cramping, weakness or numbness.
Does Pittsburgh area have a spinal surgeon doing laserscopic spine surgery on spinal stenosis/scoliosis condition?
go to north american spine l, dayton ohio dr. rothstein. Yes pittsburg city have many spinal surgeon doing laserscopic spine surgery on spinal stenosis/scoliosis condition
For what spinal cord disorders is laminectomy prescribed?
Laminectomy is used for metastatic tumor invasion of the spinal cord (which causes compression), and for narrowing of the spinal cord (a condition called spinal stenosis.)
What is the difference between spinal stenosis and multiple sclerosis?
Stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal while MS is a condition effecting the nervous system due to the deterioration of mylin in the spine. Both can cause similar symptoms.
