Spinal Stenosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Spinal stenosis?
A
An abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal or intervertebral foramen
Results in pressure on the spinal cord and or nerve roots
2
Q
Causes of SS?
A
Degenerative = RA OA
Acquired = tumor, trauma, pagets disease
Congenital =Achondroplasia, spinal deformity
3
Q
Which group is SS common in?
A
Most common in men and women over the age of 50, younger population with this disorder are due to congenital
4
Q
Clinical presentation of SS:
A
Numbness Weakness Cramping Radicular pain Sciatica
Pain when standing or walking and almost immediate relief when sitting
Severe cases – impaired bowel and bladder functions and impaired foot disorders.
5
Q
What tests can we use when diagnosing SS?
A
Rombergs
Straight leg raise
Stirlings
Slump
