http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-blog.html Spinal Stenosis Blog is the place to learn all the latest news about spinal canal and foraminal stenosis. en-us spinal stenosis Thu, 17 May 2012 17:57:25 GMT Thu, 17 May 2012 17:57:25 GMT spinal-stenosis-treatment.org http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/what-is-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/what-is-spinal-stenosis.html What is Spinal Stenosis is a question asked by many diagnosed patients who want to better understand why they have back or neck pain. Learn the definition of spinal stenosis. Thu, 17 May 2012 17:57:23 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-back-pain.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-back-pain.html Spinal Stenosis Back Pain is one of the most common symptoms of canal narrowing. Learn how The Cure Back Pain Network can help spinal stenosis sufferers free of charge. Thu, 17 May 2012 15:55:37 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-forum.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-forum.html Welcome to the interactive Spinal Stenosis Forum where you can read actual patient stories or submit your own experience with spinal or foraminal stenosis. Thu, 17 May 2012 15:27:46 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/cure-back-pain-forever.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/cure-back-pain-forever.html Back Pain Ebook by Sensei Adam Rostocki, formerly published as Cure Back Pain Forever. Wed, 16 May 2012 23:01:48 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/cervical-spinal-stenosis-treatment.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/cervical-spinal-stenosis-treatment.html Cervical Spinal Stenosis Treatment can be conservative in nature, but must often be surgical in order to resolve particular types of canal narrowing in the neck. Wed, 09 May 2012 20:26:08 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/falling-down-from-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/falling-down-from-spinal-stenosis.html Falling Down from Spinal Stenosis is one of the more common symptomatic expressions suffered by patients with severe canal narrowing and neurological dysfunction. Wed, 02 May 2012 18:05:11 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/causes-of-lumbar-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/causes-of-lumbar-spinal-stenosis.html There are degenerative, congenital and injurious Causes of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. Learn what causes central canal narrowing in the lumbar spine. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:21:51 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/cervical-spinal-stenosis-diagnosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/cervical-spinal-stenosis-diagnosis.html Learn all about Cervical Spinal Stenosis Diagnosis and how this condition can cause a great diversity of symptoms throughout the anatomy. Cervical stenosis can be a dire health issue. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:44:19 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-clinical-studies.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-clinical-studies.html Spinal Stenosis Clinical Studies provide research results for experimental treatments and procedures and offer patients hope for effective treatment from innovative therapies. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:01:06 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/lumbar-foraminal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/lumbar-foraminal-stenosis.html Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis is defined as narrowing of the spaces through which the nerve roots leave the spinal canal in the lower back. This is the leading cause of pinched nerves. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:30:02 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-laser-surgery.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-laser-surgery.html Spinal Stenosis Laser Surgery provides a high tech approach to invasive canal narrowing treatment. There are many procedures which now utilize lasers to treat spinal stenosis. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:54:29 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-leg-pain.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-leg-pain.html Spinal Stenosis Leg Pain can occur from central canal narrowing anywhere in the spine or from foraminal narrowing in the lumbar or sacral regions. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:59:23 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/foraminal-stenosis-treatment.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/foraminal-stenosis-treatment.html Foraminal Stenosis Treatment can free up pinched nerves and increase the foraminal openings. Learn about surgical and nonsurgical approaches to foraminal stenosis care. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 15:16:53 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/no-relief-from-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/no-relief-from-spinal-stenosis.html No Relief from Spinal Stenosis story sent in by Rita, details her experiences trying to find some measure of pain management for her chronic canal narrowing due to herniated discs in the lower back. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:01:18 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/foraminal-stenosis-surgery.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/foraminal-stenosis-surgery.html Foraminal Stenosis Surgery is used to free up compressed nerves and re-open narrowed neuroforaminal openings. Learn about the various procedures used, depending on diagnosis. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:46:47 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/decompression-for-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/decompression-for-spinal-stenosis.html Decompression for Spinal Stenosis is a noninvasive treatment approach which is particularly useful at resolving herniated disc enacted stenotic changes. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:48:13 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/foraminal-narrowing.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/foraminal-narrowing.html Foraminal Narrowing describes a decrease in the size of the neuroforaminal spaces. This condition is virtually universal due to disc desiccation and osteoarthritis, as well as other causes. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:27:22 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/pinched-nerve.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/pinched-nerve.html A Pinched Nerve can be a direct result of neuroforaminal stenosis. This article discusses the causes and symptoms of spinal nerve root compression. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:11:43 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/narrow-neuroforamen.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/narrow-neuroforamen.html Narrow Neuroforamen are defined as a decrease in the available space through which the spinal nerve roots exit the central canal. Foraminal stenosis is a common occurrence in the lower back and neck. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:38:00 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-in-children.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-in-children.html Spinal Stenosis in Children is a heartbreaking occurrence which may leave some kids unable to enjoy a normal childhood. Learn all about juvenile spinal stenosis. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:59:28 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/disabled-by-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/disabled-by-spinal-stenosis.html Being Disabled by Spinal Stenosis can occur due to severe canal narrowing and subsequent neurological consequences. However, many cases of disability are reversible with proper treatment. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:43:09 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-foot-drop.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-foot-drop.html Spinal Stenosis Foot Drop is a symptom often associated with lumbar central or foraminal stenosis. Learn what causes foot drop. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:53:20 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/acupuncture-for-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/acupuncture-for-spinal-stenosis.html Acupuncture for Spinal Stenosis is a conservative symptomatic care modality used to provide pain management without drugs. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:55:32 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/lumbosacral-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/lumbosacral-spinal-stenosis.html Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis is one of the most common areas to experience central canal narrowing. L5/S1 is the region which suffers the most degeneration in the human spine. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:53:34 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/physical-therapy-for-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/physical-therapy-for-spinal-stenosis.html Physical Therapy for Spinal Stenosis is one of the conservative treatment options for pain management. PT will never provide a cure, but may have some benefits. Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:53:37 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/heat-or-ice-for-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/heat-or-ice-for-spinal-stenosis.html Heat or Ice for Spinal Stenosis is a home based symptomatic therapy option which may provide some measure of relief from back or neck pain. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:06:56 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-and-TMS.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-and-TMS.html Spinal Stenosis and TMS may be related causes of pain in some patients. Learn how tension myositis syndrome is involved in many back, neck and sciatica pain disorders. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:53:52 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-spacer-for-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-spacer-for-stenosis.html Spinal Spacer for Stenosis story sent in by Ron details a Canadian patient’s experience with surgery to correct lumbar stenosis. Sat, 10 Dec 2011 14:24:01 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/stenosis-in-the-thoracic-spine.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/stenosis-in-the-thoracic-spine.html Stenosis in the Thoracic Spine is the least common vertebral region to suffer a decreased canal space and also the least likely to cause pain or related nerve symptoms. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:39:33 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/stenosis-in-the-lower-spine.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/stenosis-in-the-lower-spine.html Stenosis in the Lower Spine is the most common vertebral region to suffer central canal narrowing, especially at L4, L5 and S1. Learn all about lumbar spinal stenosis. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:31:09 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-scapegoat.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-scapegoat.html A Spinal Stenosis Scapegoat is a central canal narrowing condition blamed for causing pain when it is really innocent. Many mild to moderate stenosis cases are asymptomatic. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:38:34 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/congenital-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/congenital-spinal-stenosis.html Congenital Spinal Stenosis is an inborn condition in which the central spinal canal is narrowed from birth. While this is not usually problematic unto itself, it can become so later in life. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:24:48 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-upper-back-pain.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-upper-back-pain.html Spinal Stenosis Upper Back Pain is the least common of all symptomatic expressions associated with central canal narrowing. Learn why some patients have upper thoracic pain with stenosis. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:56:58 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-middle-back-pain.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-middle-back-pain.html Spinal Stenosis Middle Back Pain is one of the least common expressions of central canal narrowing. Learn why some stenosis conditions cause thoracic back symptoms. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:55:50 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-drugs.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-drugs.html Learn all about various Spinal Stenosis Drugs. Pharmaceutical pain management is a common conservative care practice. Learn the risks and potential rewards of drug therapy. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:11:13 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-lower-back-pain.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-lower-back-pain.html Spinal Stenosis Lower Back Pain is a symptomatic expression often associated with lumbar canal narrowing, but some low back ache can be caused by cervical stenosis, as well. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 16:06:38 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/diagnosed-with-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/diagnosed-with-stenosis.html Diagnosed with Stenosis story, sent in by Kym, details a patient’s struggle with central and foraminal stenosis and their desire to avoid surgery. Sat, 15 Oct 2011 16:32:34 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-faq.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-faq.html Read the Spinal Stenosis FAQ and learn the answers to common questions about spinal canal narrowing and the many treatments offered to resolve it. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:25:55 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/narrowed-spinal-canal.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/narrowed-spinal-canal.html A Narrowed Spinal Canal is the physical characteristic of spinal stenosis. Learn what it means and how it can cause pain. Additionally, learn about effective treatment options. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:53:40 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/incontinence-from-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/incontinence-from-spinal-stenosis.html Incontinence from Spinal Stenosis is a dreaded symptom suffered by some patients with extreme canal narrowing. Incontinence can affect the bladder or the bowels. Thu, 29 Sep 2011 01:42:09 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/severe-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/severe-spinal-stenosis.html Severe Spinal Stenosis can cause terrible pain and widespread neurological impairment. Learn how to differentiate serious stenosis from typical degenerative changes. Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:16:28 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-disability.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-disability.html Spinal Stenosis Disability can result form canal narrowing which limits physical functionality. Learn how and why stenosis can cause disability. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:40:57 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/massage-for-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/massage-for-spinal-stenosis.html Massage for Spinal Stenosis is a purely symptomatic treatment choice which may help the pain, but will never cure the underlying condition. Learn about the benefits of massage for stenosis back pain. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 15:43:52 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-canal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-canal-stenosis.html Spinal Canal Stenosis describes a decrease in the space surrounding the spinal cord or cauda equina. Learn about the possible effects of a narrowed spinal canal. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:08:57 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-x-ray.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-x-ray.html A Spinal Stenosis X-Ray is a diagnostic test which can visualize some forms of central and foraminal stenosis. X-rays are useful for imaging bone and therefore may tell of arthritic stenotic change. Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:59:44 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/TENS-for-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/TENS-for-spinal-stenosis.html TENS for Spinal Stenosis is a symptomatic modality for relieving pain by disrupting nerve signals. Learn about TENS units for home or professional office use. Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:02:27 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-home-remedy.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-home-remedy.html A Spinal Stenosis Home Remedy is a mostly theoretical solution for canal narrowing symptoms. Few, if any, home treatments offer real hope for a cure or even significant symptomatic relief. Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:33:51 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-in-the-upper-back.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-in-the-upper-back.html Spinal Stenosis in the Upper Back is far less often suffered compared to canal narrowing in the neck or low back. Learn the possible causes of thoracic stenosis and treatment options. Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:48:36 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-from-a-herniated-disc.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-from-a-herniated-disc.html Spinal Stenosis from a Herniated Disc is one of the most common causes of central and foraminal narrowing. Learn how bulging discs can cause or contribute to spinal stenosis. Sun, 31 Jul 2011 21:11:35 GMT http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-neck-pain.html http://www.spinal-stenosis-treatment.org/spinal-stenosis-neck-pain.html Spinal Stenosis Neck Pain can result from cervical central or foraminal stenosis. Learn all about neck pain and its relationship to spinal canal narrowing. Sun, 31 Jul 2011 21:08:40 GMT