Spinal Stenosis

Question 1

What is Spinal Stenosis

Answer 1

Narrowing of part of spinal canal resulting in compression of spinal cord or nerve roots. Usually affects cervical or lymbar spine

Question 2

Causes of Spinal Stenosis

Answer 2

Congenital
Degenerative changes
Herniated discs
Spinal fractures
Sponydlolisthesis
Tumours

Question 3

Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis

Answer 3

Gradual Onset
intermittent neurogenic claudication with lower back pain, bum pain, leg weakness