What is cervical stenosis?

What is cervical stenosis?

Definition. Cervical stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal is too small for the spinal cord and nerve roots. This can cause damage to the spinal cord, a condition called myelopathy, or pinch nerves as they exit the spinal canal ( radiculopathy).

Can chiropractic manipulation ameliorate symptoms of cervical spinal stenosis?

This appears to be the first case (reported in the indexed literature) that describes the successful amelioration of the symptoms of cervical spinal stenosis through chiropractic manipulation. More research into the less traditional chiropractic systems of spinal manipulation should be undertaken.

How does cervical foraminal stenosis affect the body?

Cervical foraminal stenosis can lead to nerve irritation or injury. Patients with severe foraminal stenosis may experience more intense symptoms. Spinal nerves exiting lower in the neck, such as the C6 spinal nerve, act as both a sensory and a motor root to the arms.

Who is the best gynecologist for cervical stenosis?

Causes, symptoms and treatments of cervical stenosis explained by Los Angeles’ best gynecologist Dr. Thais Aliabadi. Skip to primary navigation Skip to main content Skip to primary sidebar

What to do if you have cervical stenosis?

If you are diagnosed with cervical stenosis, your OB-GYN may want to conduct tests to rule out cervical and endometrial cancers. In order to take a biopsy of your uterine lining, the doctor will need to open the cervix with medication or a procedure called dilation and curettage (also known as a D&C). Cervical Stenosis Treatment

How do you know if you have cervical stenosis after surgery?

Your OB-GYN may suspect cervical stenosis if you’re experiencing some of the above symptoms, especially after cervical or uterine surgery. Sometimes stenosis is suspected when your doctor has difficulty collecting a sample for a routine Pap or HPV test or difficultly performing an endometrial biopsy.

Does cervical stenosis always get worse?

However, it is important to note that cervical stenosis does not always get worse and cause progressive symptoms. Many people have mild stenosis and never become symptomatic, or have mild symptoms which are not bothersome enough to seek treatment.

What is the best treatment for cervical spinal stenosis?

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was diagnosed with cervical spinal stenosis after several months of neck pain, along with weakness, numbness and tingling in one arm and hand that kept getting worse. My health care provider recommends surgery, including spinal decompression and fusion.

What are the symptoms of spinal stenosis?

Neck pain, pain in one or both arms, and an electrical sensation that shoots down the back when the head moves are common painful sensations in patients with spinal stenosis. Numbness of the arms can occur, in addition to a feeling that the arms or hands are asleep.

What is spinal stenosis and what causes it?

Spinal stenosis often is a result of aging and the formation of bone spurs from arthritis. Many people also are born with a narrow spinal canal, making them more prone to stenosis as they age.

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