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Severe spinal stenosis occurs when part of your spine narrows, putting pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. That pressure can cause pain, numbness or weakness in your back, neck, shoulders or limbs. Treatment for spinal stenosis will involve specialists in neurology, orthopedics and physical rehabilitation.
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Laser Surgery for Spinal Stenosis. Where is this done.?
is there drs in Ga that does the laser orocedure for spinal stenosis
IS spondylosis with bilateral exit foraminal stenosis treatable.?
My wife has been diagnosed C5/6 spondylosis with bilateral exit foraminal stenosis. 1.Can this condition cause severe headaches. 2.What is the best way to treat this condidtion.
Are there any ways to cure spiral stenosis?
According to the Mayo Clinic there are a few ways to treat Spinal Stenosis.Doctors usually try and treat it with non- invasive procedures such as medications or therapy first. Then if not successful they would try injections and last would be surgery.
What does Balloon valvuloplasty treat?
It is a treatment for aortic, mitral, and pulmonary stenosis
How is dural ectasia treated?
Dural ectasia can be distinguished from other causes of back pain on an MRI. Mild cases are usually not treated. Medication or spinal shunting to remove some of the spinal fluid are used to treat severe cases.
Is spinal stenosis a fatal condition?
No, spinal stenosis is not a fatal condition. It can be treated by taking any medication that is said to treat chronic pain. One type of medication, for example, is a tricyclin medication, which is a common antidepressant. ============================ Spinal stenosis is a condition that affects the spine (the column which contains and protects the spinal cord), and/or the intervertebral foramen (tiny holes between each vertebra, through which the spinal nerves exit). Vertebra is the name for the small, hollow pieces of bone structure which made up the spine. If either some section of the spine or the small hole for the spinal nerves narrows for any reasons, it will press on the spinal cord or on the spinal nerve. And that is the condition which is called spinal stenosis. The condition has several possible causes, including: arthritis, certain bone diseases (such as Paget's disease), physical injury or slipped disk (the tiny pieces serving as 'cushions' between vertebrae), tumour, or could be congenital (born with certain spine deformity). Most common symptoms are numbness and weakness in the shoulder, arms, legs, - depending the affected area; could affect balance and walking, severe cases might cause incontinence. Unfortunately, it is often degenerative, getting worse with aging. While literature don't usually specify it as 'fatal', it could cause tremendous discomfort for the sufferer. Treatment includes pain management, medications, massage, acupuncture, specific exercises, and surgery as a last resort.
I have spinal stenosis after a neck fusion one year ago. My right hand has curled and I have horrific pain and cramping. What type of doctor should I see to help me?
An orthopedist is generally associated with spinal issues. You might start with a visit to your family doctor, who can recommend a specialist. Chiropractors also treat this issue, as do geriatric specialists when dealing with elderly patients.
Can cannabis be used to treat the spinal cord?
yes.
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.
Why is spinal instrumentation performed?
Spinal instrumentation is used to treat instability and deformity of the spine. Such instability results in nerve damage, spinal deformities, and disabling pain. Spinal deformities may be caused by: birth defects.fractures.tumors.scoliosis.
What is endoarterectomy?
It is a surgical procedure to increase the luminal calibre of an artery.It is used to treat atherosclerosis especially for carotid artery stenosis.
What medications are used to treat anterior spinal artery syndrome?
Treatment is suppportive
