What Is Spinal Stenosis?
As we age, our bones undergo changes the same way skin wrinkles. As a consequence of this, it may cause narrowing of the spaces between your spine.
In some cases this can irritate the spinal nerves existing these spaces causing low back or neck pain, which may or may not, refer down the arm or leg. This is called Spinal Stenosis.
Spinal stenosis treatment at DMC Health & Wellness
Chiropractic treatment provides people with Spinal Stenosis pain relief and improves their function, getting you back to your life without any need for drugs or surgery.
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FAQ – Chiropractic Treatment for Spinal Stenosis
Chiropractic treatment focuses on spinal alignment and joint mobility to reduce nerve irritation and inflammation. By improving movement patterns, many patients experience significant pain reduction and improved function over time.
Chiropractors help manage lower back pain, leg pain, numbness, tingling, and walking difficulties associated with spinal stenosis. Treatment focuses on improving posture, reducing muscle tension, and creating more space for compressed nerves through conservative methods.
Yes, when performed by experienced practitioners. Chiropractors use gentle, low-force techniques specifically modified for stenosis patients. High-velocity adjustments are typically avoided, with emphasis on gradual mobilisation, flexion-based movements, and soft tissue therapies for safety and comfort.
Mild symptom improvement often occurs within 2-4 weeks of consistent treatment. Significant pain reduction and improved walking tolerance typically develop over 6-12 weeks. While stenosis is progressive, many patients maintain improved function with ongoing conservative care.
Treatment includes gentle spinal mobilisation, flexion-distraction therapy, decompression techniques, postural exercises, and walking programs. Focus is on maintaining spine flexibility, strengthening core muscles, and teaching positions that open the spinal canal and reduce nerve compression.
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Level 1, 171 Victoria Avenue
Chatswood NSW 2067
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