A diagnosis of spinal stenosis may leave you angry, afraid, frustrated, or just plain confused as you cope with this chronic ailment — especially if you have been led to believe that surgery is the only answer. In fact, many cases of spinal stenosis can respond favorably to natural, non-invasive techniques. Here at Premier Family Chiropractic, our Brentwood chiropractor, Dr. Uzelman, is ready, willing and able to provide you with these advanced healing techniques.
Our Brentwood Chiropractor Treats Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the passage that surrounds the spinal cord. This passage, known as the spinal canal, is pretty narrow to begin with, but bony overgrowth or a lump of abnormal tissue in the vicinity can make things even tighter for the spinal cord. Normal aging can contribute to this condition as the vertebrae thin out and the spinal joints experience excess strain, creating bone spurs. A severe spinal misalignment from an injury can also lead to stenosis, especially if it causes a herniated disc to partially block the spinal canal.
The symptoms of spinal stenosis vary according to which part of the spinal cord is affected. If the upper spinal cord is impinged, for instance, you may experience pain, tingling, weakness or numbness in your upper extremities; if the problem occurs in your lumbar spine, you may experience similar symptoms in your legs and feet. Severe spinal stenosis can keep from you working, performing household tasks or even walking.
Treatment Options from Our Chiropractor in Brentwood
Our chiropractor in Brentwood offers hope to many spinal stenosis sufferers who might otherwise have to take painkillers or even succumb to surgery. Dr. Uzelman can perform spinal adjustments to optimize your alignment and use spinal decompression to shift herniated discs back into place. (Decompression also helps discs regain lost fluid, restoring spinal height and taking pressure off the spinal joints.) Strengthening exercises can rebuild weakened muscles, while massage therapy relieves tissue pain and stiffness.
Do you suffer from Spinal Stenosis? Call us today so we can help YOU!
