Stenosis Symptoms

Spinal Cord Compression and Dysfunction from Cervical Stenosis

cmaynard — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:12:18 -0700

Over time, degenerative changes to the cervical vertebrae, discs and joints may have significant effects on the spinal cord, which runs from the brain through the cervical spine and thoracic spine before branching off to other parts of the body.

Cervical Symptoms from a Herniated Cervical Disc

cmaynard — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:46:29 -0700

A herniated cervical disc occurs when a nerve root is irritated and/or pinched as a result of a cervical disc’s inner core extruding through the outer core and coming in contact with the nerve root. Depending on the location of the cervical disc herniation and which cervical nerve is affected (most often C6, C7; sometimes C5, C8), various cervical symptoms may occur.

Cervical Nerves

cmaynard — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:54:33 -0700

In addition to the seven cervical vertebrae, cervical anatomy features eight cervical nerves (C1-C8) that branch off of the spinal cord and control different types of bodily and sensory activities.

Each cervical nerve is named based on the lower cervical vertebra that it runs between. As an example, the nerve root that runs between the second cervical vertebra and the third cervical vertebra in the neck is described as the C3 nerve.

Foot Pain Causes and Treatments

cmaynard — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:03:33 -0700

As stated earlier, lower back conditions may prompt a series of symptoms that produce foot pain, usually associated with leg pain (sciatica). To understand how lower back conditions may be the source of pain in the foot, one needs to learn about the largest single nerve in the human body, the sciatic nerve.

Foot Pain Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

cmaynard — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:36:09 -0700

While there may be many causes of foot pain, it is important to note that not all foot pain originates in the toes or in the front or back of the foot, nor does it necessarily develop because of some injury or trauma to the foot.

Spinal Stenosis Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:55:12 -0800

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Thoracic Spinal Stenosis Video

mlepore — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:42:28 -0700

Not as common as lumbar stenosis in the lower back or cervical stenosis in the neck, thoracic spinal stenosis is a rare degenerative condition in which the spinal canal in the upper/middle back is narrowed. Learn more about this type of spinal stenosis, including its symptoms, causes and treatment options, in the following thoracic spinal stenosis video.

Cervical Spinal Stenosis Video

mlepore — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:42:23 -0700

Cervical stenosis refers to when the spinal cord or spinal nerves in the neck are compressed. If there is spinal cord dysfunction with this type of spinal stenosis, symptoms can include pain, weakness and numbness in the shoulders, arms, hands, legs and feet, troubles with coordination and balance, and other difficulties as described in the following cervical spinal stenosis video.

Posture and Nutrition Adjustments for Lumbar Stenosis

cmaynard — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:14:54 -0700

Sciatica Diagnosis and Back Cracking

Ben Parr — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:40:28 -0800

A physician answers patient questions about back cracking and a diagnosis of sciatica

Question: What back problem could be causing sciatica?

I have been suffering from sciatica for a few months. I have not been to a doctor because I didn't really think there is anything that could medically be done.

I guess my question is: could another type of back problem give me the same symptoms? Also, my back cracks a lot when I twist and turn. Is that OK?

Exercises for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Ben Parr — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:58:05 -0700

Lidoderm, Artificial Discs, and Surgery for Spinal Stenosis - More Patients' Advice

Ben Parr — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:30:07 -0700

Back-to-Back

In this section, patients share their insights on evaluating treatment options for spinal stenosis.

Is Spinal Stenosis Causing My Leg Pain?

Ben Parr — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 20:34:24 -0700

Dr. Stephen Hochschuler speaks about spinal stenosis. He explains the spinal canal structure, how one can get stenosis of the spine, and spondylolisthesis. Lastly Dr. Hochschuler goes over stenosis treatment options, including medications, epidural steroid injections, and spinal stenosis surgery.

Spinal Stenosis Symptoms and Diagnosis Video

spine-health — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 11:16:48 -0800