 Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces in the vertebral column. It can affect any part of the spine from the neck through to the low back. It is a condition that generally increases and presents with age and can be as a result of many factors such as poor posture, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, scoliosis, obesity and poor nutrition. Symptoms range from local pain to referred nerve symptoms and even mild paralysis in the legs. Symptoms are often worse when upright, standing and walking. Physiotherapy is of great importance in correcting posture and helping to stabilize the back using the bodies muscular system. The earlier we can commence tratment, the more we can prevent progression of the condition. If the stenosis is quite pronounced a decompression surgery may be required with a guided post surgical physiotherapy programme to follow.
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