Effective Means Of Treatment
Treatment is dependent upon a conversation between the patient and their physician. The best course of action is to begin with the least invasive treatments first. For many people who are in great pain, this may seem a bit ridiculous. They want the pain stopped and most have convinced themselves that surgery is inevitable. However, surgery is not without risk and can create additional scar tissue in the region which then creates additional pain. Nobody wants this as a result of treatment !
There are many effective means for treatment of Lumber Spinal Stenosis. These include rest, the use of oral anti-inflammatory medications, short-term use of oral steroids, location specific, injectable steroids, exercises developed for increasing core strength, flexibility and osteopathic manipulation.
Speak with your physician about how to best proceed and share your thoughts and feelings regarding this condition. In most circumstances, your physician will listen.