Spinal canal stenosis
Dr. Vivek Badhe, a highly esteem Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon, operates his practice in Wayale nagar, Khadakpada, Kalyan (W). Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal stenosis, Dr. Vivek Badhe offers non-surgical & surgical treatment of spinal canal stenosis. Spinal canal stenosis, a condition characterized by narrowing along the spinal cord, can manifest anywhere along the spine but is most prevalent in lumbar and cervical regions. It often leads to low back and leg pain, prompting individuals to seek Dr. Vivek's expertise for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Considered specialist in spinal stenosis, Dr. Vivek emphasizes that the medical intervention depends on the impact of symptoms on one's quality of life. While medication management may suffice for tolerable symptoms, chronic spinal stenosis affecting quality of life may warrant surgical intervention as recommended by the experienced spine surgeon Dr. Vivek Badhe.
Spinal Canal Stenosis
Spinal canal stenosis happens when the space inside your backbone, where the spinal cord and nerve roots are, get too narrow. When this space shrinks, it puts pressure on the nerves and spinal cord. The effect can vary based on where in the spine the squeezing happens. It might lead to pain, trouble walking, heaviness or weakness in the legs, difficulty balancing, or even problems controlling your bowel and bladder.
Causes of Spinal Canal Stenosis
Spinal canal stenosis primarily occurs due to natural aging process, although some individuals may have congenitally narrowed spinal canals. Additionally, spinal stenosis can result from various factors such as:
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Osteoarthritis and formation of bone spurs (osteophytes) associated with aging
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Degenerative disc disease
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Herniated or bulging discs
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Slipped vertebrae, also known as spondylolisthesis
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Traumatic injuries
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Previous spinal surgeries
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Spinal tumours
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OPLL, which refers to the calcification of the spinal ligament.
Risk Factors for Spinal Canal Stenosis
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Congenital narrow canal (by birth)
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Age 50 and above
- Previous injury to spine.
Symptoms of Lumbar Canal Stenosis
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Trouble walking due to feeling of heaviness or fatigue in legs or experiencing low back pain
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Sensation of numbness, weakness, cramping or pain in legs, which are relieved by sitting
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Pain that travels down the leg
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Decreased sensation in the feet severe enough to cause difficulty placing the feet when walking
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Partial or complete paralysis of legs in severe cases
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Impaired sexual function
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Loss of control over bladder or bowel movements