Spinal Stenosis

Central canal stenosis may result in the compression of the spinal cord, causing symptoms and signs to occur anywhere along the neck, arms, torso, and/or legs.

Central canal stenosis is typically caused by age-related and/or degenerative changes in the spine. Elderly men and East Asians may have a higher risk of developing this condition.

Cervical foraminal stenosis happens when one or more intervertebral foramina become narrowed within the neck, which may compress a spinal nerve.

Getting an accurate diagnosis for what specifically is causing cervical foraminal stenosis is important for setting up an effective treatment plan.

When nonsurgical treatments fail to manage pain, tingling, numbness, and/or weakness associated with cervical foraminal stenosis, surgery may be considered.

Cervical foraminal stenosis may involve neck pain, radicular arm pain, and/or numbness or weakness that goes into the shoulder, arm, or hand.

Treatment for cervical foraminal stenosis depends on the severity of the condition as well as whether the symptoms continue to worsen or not.

Cervical stenosis with myelopathy is a condition where spinal canal narrowing leads to spinal cord compression, causing neurological symptoms.

Diagnosis of cervical stenosis with myelopathy involves clinical assessment, imaging, and neurological tests.

A medical examination allows a doctor to review and confirm the clinical signs of central canal stenosis. Medical imaging tests may be ordered as necessary to confirm the location and severity of the stenosis.