Spinal Stenosis
What is a Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal is narrow causing compression of the nerves. Narrowing of the canal can occur anywhere in the spine causing symptoms of nerve compression. It is often characterized by various symptoms including:
- Pain down the legs especially when standing or walking
- Tingling, numbness down the legs
- Weakness of the legs
- Bladder bowel disturbance
- Back pain
Treatments
Upon thorough consultation with Dr Mash, your condition and its degree of intensity can be accurately determined and the best-suited treatment can be administered to you. Some common treatments can include:
- Medication
- Physiotherapy
- Injections
- Surgical treatments