Spinal Stenosis Treatment

What is Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces in your spine, which puts pressure on the nerves traveling through the spine.

It most commonly occurs in the lower back and neck, typically due to age-related changes like arthritis or disc degeneration. While it's a progressive condition, physical therapy can help manage symptoms and keep you active without surgery in many cases.

Symptoms & Treatment

Common symptoms include: Pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs that worsens with walking or standing, relief when sitting or leaning forward, cramping in the legs after walking short distances, and in severe cases, balance problems or difficulty controlling bladder/bowel function.

Our treatment approach: We focus on exercises that create more space in the spine (flexion-based movements), strengthening your core to support your back, and improving your posture and walking mechanics. We also teach you positions and activities that minimize symptoms. Many patients experience significant relief within 6-8 weeks and can avoid or delay surgery.