If you have chronic neck or back pain, numbness, or tingling, spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal) may be to blame. At Racz Pain Centers in Rockwall and Addison, Texas, anesthesiologist and pain management physician Tibor Racz, MD, and his exceptional team can diagnose and treat spinal stenosis to relieve discomfort. Call the Racz Pain Centers office nearest you to schedule an appointment or book online today.
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of your spinal canal, which places pressure on nearby nerves and causes pain. The condition often results in low back or neck pain. It might occur because of normal wear-and-tear, with symptoms worsening over time. The team at Racz Pain Centers can offer you pain-relieving treatments.
Common signs and symptoms associated with spinal stenosis include:
Spinal stenosis can lead to paralysis in severe cases. Seek treatment at the first sign of spinal stenosis.
Common risk factors associated with spinal stenosis include:
Spinal deformities, such as scoliosis, can also cause spinal stenosis.
To find out if you have spinal stenosis, Dr. Racz reviews your symptoms and medical history. He completes a physical exam and may suggest you undergo X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans to make a final diagnosis and develop an effective treatment plan.
Optional spinal stenosis treatments Dr. Racz may recommend for your circumstances include:
Physical therapy stretches and exercises can strengthen targeted tissues to reduce nerve pressure and pain. Alternative therapies that may reduce spinal stenosis pain include massage therapy, therapeutic manipulation, and acupuncture.
Steroid injections can reduce inflammation and pain associated with spinal stenosis and nerve pressure.
With radiofrequency ablation, radio waves target specific nerves to prevent pain signals from reaching your brain.
Spinal cord stimulation uses an implantable device to send electric signals to your spinal cord and reduce pain signals.
Spinal decompression using Vertiflex™ Superion uses an implantable device to alleviate spinal compression and reduce nerve pain.
Additional surgical procedures can remove tissues to widen your spinal canal and reduce neck or back pain.
Don’t live with numbness, tingling, and pain associated with spinal stenosis when Dr. Racz can offer solutions. Schedule an appointment with Racz Pain Centers by phone or book online today.