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Spinal Stenosis Treatment in Tampa Bay

Leg pain that eases when you sit or lean forward is a common sign of spinal stenosis. There is no cure, but safe, noninvasive care can help manage your symptoms and keep you active.

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Symptoms

Signs of spinal stenosis

Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal or the openings where nerves exit the spine. It is most common in women over 50, though many middle-aged and older men have it too.

Pain, numbness or weakness in the buttock, thigh or lower leg
Leg cramping
Leg pain that comes on quickly walking up or down a hill
Pain that eases when you sit down or lean forward
Low back pain and stiffness
Trouble walking longer distances

Get emergency medical help if

You have changes in bowel or bladder function
You lose sexual function
You develop leg weakness or paralysis

If you think you are having a medical emergency, call 911.

Causes

What narrows the spinal canal

Aging

Thickened spinal ligaments and degenerating facet joints.

Bone spurs

Bone growth that pushes into the spinal canal.

Bulging or herniated discs

Discs that press into the space around nerves.

Compression fractures

Vertebral fractures, common with osteoporosis.

Arthritis and instability

Arthritis, spinal instability and heredity.

Trauma

Injuries to the spine.

Not sure what is behind your symptoms? An evaluation with our team is the first step toward the right plan.

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How we treat it

How our team treats spinal stenosis

Surgery carries real risks, and anti-inflammatories, pain relievers and steroid injections may only help temporarily. Certain manual medicine techniques may help keep pain at bay and preserve spine health.

One clinic, one plan. Your chiropractor, physical therapist and medical provider work from the same plan, so you never have to coordinate your own care.

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