Spinal Stenosis

Description:

A narrowing of the spinal canal that compresses the spinal cord and nerves, causing pain, numbness, and weakness.

How You Know You May Have This Condition?

Symptoms include chronic back or neck pain, radiating pain to arms or legs, numbness, weakness, and difficulty walking, often worsening over time.

How Does Dr. Hashmi Approach This Condition?

Dr. Hashmi conducts a thorough evaluation using imaging studies to diagnose spinal stenosis and determines the best surgical or non-surgical treatment approach.

What Is The Process Of Treating This Condition?

Treatment may involve physical therapy, medications, or surgical procedures such as laminectomy or foraminotomy to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.

What Is The Typical Procedure Used To Treat This Condition?

Routinely minimally invasive or ultra-minimally invasive techniques are used to treat spinal stenosis. Endoscopic procedures have allowed for same day/outpatient surgery commonly, but sometimes require a hospital stay of 1-2 days, with a gradual return to normal activities over several weeks, following physical therapy.