Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spaces within your spine narrow, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. This can cause pain, numbness, and weakness, often affecting mobility and quality of life. As an experienced Senior Consultant Brain & Spine Surgeon in Koregaon Park, Pune, Dr. Mahesh Kumar specializes in diagnosing and treating spinal stenosis using both non-surgical and surgical methods.
What Causes Spinal Stenosis? The most common causes include:
- Age-related changes such as osteoarthritis or bone spurs
- Herniated discs that press on nerves
- Thickened ligaments in the spine
- Spinal injuries or fractures
- Tumors affecting the spinal canal
Spinal stenosis most often occurs in the neck (cervical stenosis) or lower back (lumbar stenosis).
Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis Depending on the location, symptoms may include:
- Persistent back or neck pain
- Tingling, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs
- Difficulty walking or maintaining balance
- Leg pain that worsens with standing and improves with sitting (neurogenic claudication)
- In severe cases, bladder or bowel control issues
How a Spine Surgeon Diagnoses Spinal Stenosis Dr. Mahesh Kumar performs a detailed medical history review, physical examination, and may recommend imaging tests like MRI, CT scan, or X-rays to confirm the diagnosis and determine the severity of nerve compression.
Treatment Options for Spinal Stenosis
Non-Surgical Treatments
- Medications to relieve pain and inflammation
- Physiotherapy to strengthen muscles and improve flexibility
- Epidural steroid injections for temporary relief of nerve irritation
Surgical Treatments
If symptoms are severe or non-surgical methods fail, surgery may be necessary. Common procedures include:
- Laminectomy – Removing part of the vertebra to relieve nerve pressure
- Foraminotomy – Enlarging nerve passageways
- Spinal fusion – Stabilizing the spine when instability is present
- Minimally invasive techniques to reduce tissue damage and speed recovery
Recovery and Long-Term Care Post-surgery, most patients notice significant symptom improvement. Recovery involves gradual activity resumption, physiotherapy, and lifestyle adjustments to protect spinal health.
Expert Spine Care in Koregaon Park, Pune Dr. Mahesh Kumar provides personalized treatment for spinal stenosis, focusing on restoring mobility and reducing pain. His expertise ensures patients receive advanced care tailored to their condition.
Location: Koregaon Park, Pune
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