Spinal Stenosis Treatment

Options for Spinal Stenosis Treatment

Spinal stenosis treatment can come in a variety of forms, from over-the-counter pain medication to highly invasive open back or neck surgery. The important thing to keep in mind is that the majority of patients will likely be able to manage their stenosis-related symptoms without surgery. If you are experiencing symptomatic stenosis, talk to your doctor about developing a conservative treatment plan that can help relieve the discomfort you experience from neural compression.

Conservative Treatment for Spinal Stenosis

Since symptoms of spinal stenosis present when the narrowed spinal canal comes into contact with nearby spinal nerves or the spinal cord itself, treatment should be aimed at mitigating compression and reducing any signs of swelling or inflammation that could further exacerbate the condition. Your doctor may suggest that you try a combination of the following:

• Alternate cold compresses and hot packs
• Do low-impact exercises like swimming or walking
• Take over-the-counter or prescription pain medication
• Avoid activities that exacerbate your symptoms
• Consider physical therapy or massage sessions
• Take part in gentle stretching or restorative yoga

Information About Minimally Invasive Procedures

If weeks or months of conservative treatments have not helped you to achieve lasting pain relief and your doctor suggests spine surgery, consider contacting a Laser Spine Institute consultation facility. Our minimally invasive procedures are the safe and effective alternatives to open back or neck surgery. With no lengthy recovery, no general anesthesia, and no fusions or hardware, you can see why our endoscopic techniques have garnered us a 93.8 percent patient satisfaction rate. Contact a Laser Spine Institute consultation facility today to find out more and to receive a complimentary review of your MRI or CT scan.