THERAPY FOR SPINAL STENOSIS IN NJ

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Define Spinal Stenosis

 

Spinal Stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal in your back. This condition causes pressureTotowa NJ - Spinal Stenosis Therapy on the spinal cord. Stenosis can occur in any part of the back, but the most common location is the lower back or lumbar area. Pressure caused by Spinal Stenosis results in pain and burning in the back and down into the legs. This makes it hard to walk or stand up straight. Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa have experience in treating the discomfort of Spinal Stenosis without drugs or surgery. We use therapy for Spinal Stenosis regularly for patients in NJ seeking pain relief. 

 

What Causes Spinal Stenosis?

 

Gradual wear and tear to your joints over time is usually the cause of Spinal Stenosis. This condition generally develops in people over the age of 50, and most often in women. Spinal Stenosis could be the result of injury to the spine, or possibly by earlier surgery to the spine. Rheumatoid Arthritis, bone diseases or spinal tumors can also lead to Spinal Stenosis.

 

What Are Symptoms Of Spinal Stenosis?

 

Some symptoms of Spinal Stenosis may be:

  • Back Pain – mostly in the lower back or lumbar area
  • Burning sensation traveling into the buttocks and down the legs
  • Numbness, tingling or cramping of legs
  • Loss of sensation in feet, causing a foot to slap when walking

If you develop more serious symptoms you should always see a doctor.

 

Chiropractic Treatment and Physical Therapy

 

At Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa our Physical Therapists use Flexion Distraction Therapy to treat Spinal Stenosis in patients in Passaic County NJ and nearby locations. This is a chiropractic technique performed on a table that gently moves, allowing the spine to flex. A Chiropractor will use manual manipulation while on the table to relieve pressure. This is to get the spine to move correctly without pain.

The Chiropractor and Physical Therapy staff at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa have experience in the use of Flexion Distraction Therapy for Spinal Stenosis. If you suffer pain and burning in your legs, you could be developing Spinal Stenosis. To talk about your symptoms and treatment to relieve your discomfort, call us at (862) 239-1768.