What is spinal stenosis and how is treated?

See below: Spinal stenosis is an abnormal narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal that may occur in any of the regions of the spine. This narrowing causes a restriction to the spinal canal, resulting in a neurological deficit. Symptoms include pain, numbness, paraesthesia, and loss of motor control. Treatment is epidural steroid injections then surgery if that fails.

Narrowing of spine: Stenosis means narrowing. Spinal stenosis can be a symptomatic or cause compression of the spinal cord or nerves. If symptoms significant surgical decompression of the appropriate levels may be needed. If symptoms and signs not major exercises, epidural blocks and some medications help. Avoid narcotics.