Exam 4 Left Over Random Info Flashcards
1
Q
What is Foraminal Stenosis?
A
Narrowing of one or more spinal foramina
2
Q
Name the common areas in which Foraminal Stenosis occurs?
A
C5/6 C6/7 L3/4 L4/5 L5/S1
3
Q
What symptoms may arise from Foraminal Stenosis at the common sites?
A
-Sciatica or Brachialgia
4
Q
The narrowing of the spinal foramina cause compression and irritation to what?
A
Spinal Nerve root
5
Q
What population is stenosis more common and what disorders is it associated with?
A
Elderly
- Facet Joint Arthritis
- Osteophytes (bony spurs)
- Loss of disc height (Disc Degeneration)
- Spondylolisthesis (Lumbar Spinal Slip)
