If you are having debilitating back pain and have received a diagnosis of spinal stenosis, your pain management doctor might have recommended physical therapy along with pain management techniques. Physical therapy is a healthcare profession that can significantly relieve symptoms of spinal stenosis by building strength and flexibility in the spine and surrounding muscles. It
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Physical Therapy for Spinal Stenosis: Exercises and Benefits
Spinal stenosis is one of the most frequent causes of back and neck pain and is characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal that causes compression of the spinal cord and or nerve roots. Some people with spinal stenosis experience no symptoms, while others may experience pain, tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness that can
Read MorePain Management Strategies for Spinal Stenosis: Beyond Medications
Medications are one of the most common non-surgical ways to relieve pain, numbness, and tingling associated with spinal stenosis. However, their effects are often short-term and primarily focused on symptomatic relief. Moreover, pain medications also result in a variety of side effects, such as upset stomach, tolerance, and dependence, liver damage, etc. If you are
Read MoreNutrition and Spinal Stenosis: Diet’s Role in Managing Symptoms
Spinal stenosis is a musculoskeletal condition in which the spinal cord is narrowed, causing pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. Spinal stenosis may or may not produce painful symptoms, such as back pain. Spinal stenosis is more common in older people because, with aging, the bones of the spine move closer together, causing spinal
Read MoreWhat Does Spinal Stenosis Treatment Consist Of?
Spinal stenosis occurs when your spine begins to narrow, putting pressure on nerves. It happens most often in the neck or lower back. Fortunately, treatment for neck and back pain can help ease discomfort in many cases. In some instances, treatment targets a common underlying cause known as spinal stenosis. Diagnosing Spinal Stenosis Before your
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