The following is an overview of stenosis and how it is diagnosed and treated without the use of surgery or prescription drugs. This article offers patients suffering from back or leg pain as a result of stenosis a conservative form of treatment. Chiropractic treatment of stenosis is very common and gets great results. Dr Collin Dolan is a local chiropractor in Aurora, IL that has been consistently rated as one of the best chiropractors in the Aurora and Naperville area in the treatment of such conditions.
Spinal stenosis refers to the narrowing of a neuronal passage. It commonly occurs in two places: in the spinal canal where the spinal cord runs down our back (Central Stenosis), or at the neural foramen where the peripheral nerve emerges from the spinal column (Foraminal Stenosis) on its way out into the body. Foraminal stenosis typically presents with pain in one leg that is exacerbated by rotating and bending to the same side of pain. This can represent one cause of sciatica but is not as common in younger age groups. Central canal stenosis usually presents with pain in both legs that is relieved with forward bending at the hips. Suffers notices that forward leaning relieves the pain and allows them to walk or stand more comfortably. Symptoms typically tell which form is present but X-ray imaging and MRI will definitively diagnosis the problem. In both cases it can be very painful and can cause neurologic symptoms due to compression of nerve tissue including tingling, numbness, muscle weakness, and loss of balance and/or coordination. Without treatment permanent nerve damage can occur. In any case, a trained professional should assess the condition.
Cases increase in incidence with age, commonly affecting people over the age of 50. Younger people can be affected but it is much less common. Causes include advanced arthritis, disc bulges and herniations, and overgrowth of surrounding tissues and ligaments. Examination and testing should be done to rule out serious vascular issues (Vascular Claudication)
Cases of stenosis of the spinal cord or spinal nerves respond very well to conservative forms of treatment such as physical therapy, chiropractic, and manual therapy. Conservative treatments should be considered before invasive back surgery in most cases. Exercises and stretching is very important and should be done regularly at home to prevent advancement. Dr Collin Dolan of Dolan Family Chiropractic in Aurora, IL has successfully treated stenosis in his practice for years. Using a special chiropractic table, Dr Dolan can manually decompress the affected area and open up the passageways to take pressure off the nerve and relieve pain. He incorporates physical therapy and special stretches to help relieve pressure from the area. Through education, patients suffering from stenosis pain can learn ways to relieve the pressure and live relatively pain free without the use of harsh prescription drugs and invasive back surgeries. If you have any questions for the doctor call (630)236-3090 or check out the office website at the links below.
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Dolan Family Chiropractic has proudly served the Aurora and Naperville areas of Illinois for years. They offer chiropractic care, physical therapy, nutritional assessments, stretching, rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, and custom-made foot orthotics for patients of all ages. Visit our website at http://www.dolanchiro.com to view a full list of our available services and learn how chiropractic can help you.
