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What can be done for spinal stenosis?
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Multiple options: First, it can be diagnosed in up to 20% of people over 60. Sometimes this is picked up on a study because it is common & may not be the source of your symptoms. If it is your correct diagnosis, exercise sometimes initiated with physical therapy, over the counter medication or perscription ones &/or injections like epidural steroids may help. Most don't get worse, only about 15% do. Surgery last.
Answered 7/4/2013
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Lots: There are a lot of treatment options, too Many to really list on a short answer. One way to think about it is there are nonoperative and non invasive options, then there are nonoperative but invasive options, and then there are surgical options as well. Don't hesitate to be seen.
Answered 6/1/2017
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