Nonsurgical Spinal Stenosis Treatment

Nonsurgical treatments can improve function and provide some relief from the symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis, often in the short term, and occasionally in the long term.¹ But, it’s unlikely that there will be significant improvements as long as the underlying back anatomy is unchanged.²

 

Below are some of the more conservative, nonsurgical treatments your doctor may suggest:

Medication for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

There are various types of medication your doctor might prescribe to reduce the pain from lumbar spinal stenosis.

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Physical Therapy and Exercise for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Staying active can play a large role in lessening the pain and symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis.

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Epidural Steroid Injections for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Steroid injections, such as cortisone, work to reduce inflammation, which can temporarily relieve pain from lumbar spinal stenosis.

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References:

1. Garfin SR, Herkowitz, HN, Mirkovic S, Booth RE. Spinal Stenosis: Nonoperative and Operative Treatment. In Rothman RH, Simone FA (eds). The Spine. Vol 1. Philadelphia, WB Saunders 867-856–120, 1990.
2. Sheehan JM, Shaffrey CI, Jane JA Sr. Degenerative lumbar stenosis: the neurosurgical perspective. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2001 (384) p. 61-74.