Question 1

when is it time to have surgery with cervical spinal stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Easy question: It's YOUR call.  The best way to handle this (surgery for low back/sciatica pain works the same) is to keep following conservative measures (meds, aquatherapy/PT, thermal therapy, etc.) until as Popeye says, "I caint takes it no more!" Pain, numbness/tingling will drive you to the point where you'll be PLEADING for the surgeon. Then, it's time. Weakness/atrophy in Upper Extremities? - Do it NOW.

Question 2

what would be some treatment options for cervical spinal stenosis? (besides injections and medications which i have already tried). my doctor also doesnt recommend surgery at this time. what else could i try to relieve my pain? i dont have numbness

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Spinal stenosis: Physical therapy with neck strengthening would likely be of value. Other modalities which may be of help would  be magnetic therapy or you may want to consider therapy with a biomodulator.

Question 3

can cervical spinal stenosis with myelopathy that is bad enough to require surgery because of so much narrowing of spinal canal cause a delay in urination and problems ejaculating? i dont have ed but usually can't "finish" sometimes i can with aggressive

Accepted Answer

Yes: These are classic symptoms of cervical cord compromise.  They are some of the earliest symptoms.

Question 4

can you tell me about surgery for cervical stenosis?

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Different types: Cervical stenosis can cause neck and arm pain. In more severe cases, it may compress the spinal cord enough to produce legs and bowel/bladder problems. Surgery, if required, can be performed from the front of the neck (anterior approach) or from the back (posterior). It may require a fusion, where bone is placed to fuse several vertebra together. Your neurosurgeon can explain the risks of either.

Question 5

i'm 25 years old and have cervical stenosis from the foreman magnum down. what can cause this? is it serious? will i need surgery?

Accepted Answer

Spinal stenosis: You need to be under close supervision of a good neurosurgeon and follow his advice.

Question 6

is cervical stenosis progressive and does it always lead to paralysis without surgery?thanks.

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Usually progressive, not always leading to paralysis.

Question 7

right foraminal narrowing c5-c6 and bilateral neural foraminal narrowing l4-l5 and cervical stenosis) all mild, but symptomatic, can surgery help a 43yo, no relief from conservative treatment?

Accepted Answer

: You need a consultation from a spinal surgeon . Yes surgery can and should help if it is indicated by the consultant. Dont hesitate to ask her /him all pertinent questions you have. Good luck.

Question 8

what can be done for spinal cervical stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Many things: Depending on the severity, stenosis of the cervical spine can be treated with medications, physical therapy, injections, or surgery.

Question 9

what is meant by cervical spinal stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Narrowing: In its most simple term, stenosis refers to narrowing, while cervical refers to the neck region.  So, cervical spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal column in the neck.

Question 10

can cervical spinal stenosis be caused by a fall?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Congenital spinal stenosis means that the spinal canal has a narrow diameter because you're born that way. Cervical degenerative spine disease can also lead to stenosis. A fall can result in a herniation or slipped disc and result in spinal stenosis.

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Can cervical spinal stenosis with myelopathy that is bad enough to require surgery because of so much narrowing of spinal canal cause a delay in urination and problems ejaculating? i dont have ed but usually can't "finish" sometimes i can with aggressive

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I'm 25 years old and have cervical stenosis from the foreman magnum down. what can cause this? is it serious? will i need surgery?

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Is cervical stenosis progressive and does it always lead to paralysis without surgery?thanks.

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Right foraminal narrowing c5-c6 and bilateral neural foraminal narrowing l4-l5 and cervical stenosis) all mild, but symptomatic, can surgery help a 43yo, no relief from conservative treatment?

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