Surgery for spinal stenosis is not as controversial as other conditions of the spine, where much debate exists at to whether surgery is the best option. It is generally accepted that severe, impairing stenosis of the cervical or lumbar spine should be treated with surgery, although there is often considerable room for therapy for those [...] Read more »
What is Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal Stenosis Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of spaces in the spine (backbone) that results in pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots. This disorder usually involves the narrowing of one or more of three areas of the spine: (1) the canal in the center of the column of bones (vertebral or spinal column) [...] Read more »
Dating and disability: Readers’ stories – BBC News
BBC News Dating and disability: Readers' stories BBC News He's an amputee with spinal stenosis [a narrowing of the spinal canal]. We both know he'll be in a wheelchair permanently one day but we'll cross that bridge as and when we get to it Read more »
A Profile in Cutting-Edge Laser Back Surgery – Healthcare Global (press release)
A Profile in Cutting-Edge Laser Back Surgery Healthcare Global (press release) LOS ANGELES, April 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- If you suffer from debilitating back pain, as a result of failed back surgery, spinal stenosis , or a number of other causal factors, you need to hear about the work being done... LOS ANGELES, April 10, ... Read more »
Spinal Stenosis – Conway Daily Sun
Spinal Stenosis Conway Daily Sun This condition is known as spinal stenosis . Spinal stenosis can occur in any area of the spine, however it is much more common in the lower spine at the level of the lumbar vertebrae than in any other area. Read more »
Syracuse scouting report: Connecticut – The Juice Online
The Juice Online Syracuse scouting report: Connecticut The Juice Online He has taken an indefinite medical leave because of spinal stenosis , a painful back condition. Calhoun has missed the last two games against Seton Hall and Louisville and may miss even more of his coaching duties under a Connecticut proposal to allow ... and more ? Read more »
Spot Lumbar Spinal Stenosis From Across the Room – Family Practice News Digital Network
Family Practice News Digital Network Spot Lumbar Spinal Stenosis From Across the Room Family Practice News Digital Network Patients with lumbar spinal stenosis display a distinctive gait and posture that are of great assistance in diagnosing this common low back/leg pain syndrome. Read more »
Surgery Brings Big Benefits in Lumbar Stenosis – Family Practice News Digital Network
Family Practice News Digital Network Surgery Brings Big Benefits in Lumbar Stenosis Family Practice News Digital Network The unremitting natural history typical of the syndrome of lumbar spinal stenosis makes surgery a particularly attractive therapeutic option for many patients with this common form of low back pain. "Lumbar spinal stenosis patients, because of their ... Read more »
Surgery for spine disorders remains cost-effective over 4 years – Ortho SuperSite
Surgery for spine disorders remains cost-effective over 4 years Ortho SuperSite “In comparison to nonoperative care, the surgeries studied for herniated disc and spinal stenosis (with or without degenerative spondylolisthesis) are cost-effective. The estimated costs per [quality-adjusted life years] QALY gained compared favorably ... Read more »
Spinal Posterior Movement After Posterior Cervical Decompression Surgery … – Ortho SuperSite
Spinal Posterior Movement After Posterior Cervical Decompression Surgery ... Ortho SuperSite Laminoplasty was preferred by the surgeons, but laminectomy was performed in patients with severe spinal stenosis , a broken hinge during laminoplasty, or a thin and fragile lamina that is difficult to use to form a hinge. The patient was placed in a ... Read more »
