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Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar spinal stenosis and neurogenic claudication are related conditions that occur when the spinal canal in the lower back becomes narrowed, compressing the nerves and spinal cord. Whatever type of back pain you have, Aditya Patel, MD, at Sports, Pain & Regenerative Institute in Fairview, New Jersey and Montclair, NJ, can help. Dr. Patel uses conservative non-surgical therapies and advanced interventions where needed to treat the cause of your back pain. Find out how to get relief from your back pain with his help by calling Sports, Pain & Regenerative Institute today. You can also schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment online.
Lumbar spinal stenosis and neurogenic claudication are related conditions that occur when the spinal canal in the lower back becomes narrowed, compressing the nerves and spinal cord. Lumbar spinal stenosis is the term used to describe the narrowing of the spinal canal, while neurogenic claudication refers to the symptoms that result from the compression of the nerves and spinal cord.
The spinal canal is the pathway through which the spinal cord and nerves run. Over time, the canal may become narrowed due to factors such as aging, injury, or the development of spinal conditions such as osteoarthritis or herniated discs.
Symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis and neurogenic claudication can include:
- Low back pain
- Shooting or sharp pain in the legs or feet
- Numbness or tingling in the legs or feet
- Weakness in the legs
- Cramping or fatigue in the legs, especially when walking or standing for long periods
In some cases, neurogenic claudication can cause a person to experience symptoms when walking or standing for long periods, but to feel relief when sitting or bending forward. This is known as positional neurogenic claudication.
Treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis and neurogenic claudication depends on the severity of symptoms and the underlying cause of the stenosis.
Interventional procedures such as epidural injections or surgery may be necessary to manage pain.
Minimally Invasive Interventional Pain Procedures are now able to provide long term relief and significant improvement in functioning without surgery.
- Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression (MILD) Procedure: A percutaneous spinal decompression procedure which targets the thickened posterior ligament to reduce spinal nerve compression.
- Vertiflex Interspinous spacer: An implant placed between the spinous processes which limits hyperextension of the spine and prevents nerve compression related to spinal stenosis.
It is important to seek medical attention if lumbar spinal stenosis and neurogenic claudication is accompanied by significant leg weakness, loss of bladder or bowel control, or other symptoms that suggest a more serious underlying condition.