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Spinal Stenosis
New York Spine Institute provides high-quality care and treatment for individuals suffering from Spinal Stenosis. With experienced professionals and offices throughout Greater New York City, we are here to help you on your way to recovery.*
New York City & Long Island’s Top Doctors For Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spaces between your spine which can put pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine due to a narrowing of your vertebrae. It is most common to occur throughout the lower back. This condition is much more likely to occur as you get older, which can create long-lasting problems such as arthritis. Treatments vary from person to person depending on severity.
There are two kinds of spinal stenosis:
- Lumbar stenosis: The most common form of spinal stenosis, where the narrowing occurs in the part of the spine in your lower back.
- Cervical stenosis: In which the part of the spine in your neck narrows.
We have offices located throughout Greater New York City, Long Island, White Plains and Newburgh, NY. Contact us today for a free consultation.
WHY CHOOSE NEW YORK SPINE INSTITUTE
Quality Care
Specialized care is given to you as directed by our doctors who treat back and neck problems. It may incorporate moderate physical therapy, pain control, or surgery if needed.
Industry Leaders
At NYSI, the spine doctors have decades of experience treating complex spine disorders and are industry leaders. Our institution is lead by our medical director, Alexandre B. de Moura, M.D. FAAOS.
Multiple Languages
We understand that people from all different backgrounds will need treatment for their spinal issues. Our staff speaks a multitude of languages including Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German and Russian.
Understanding the Causes Of Your Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis is a degenerative disorder that worsens over time. Risk factors are more common in people over the age of 50, but have been noted in younger patients.
Risk factors for spinal stenosis may include:
- previous trauma
- genetics
- congenital spinal deformity
Alexandre B. de Moura, M.D., FAAOS
Cervical Lumbar Spine Specialist, Medical Director
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Diagnosing Your Spinal Stenosis
Symptoms of spinal stenosis include:
- Back pain
- Sciatica
- Numbing or tingling in the buttocks or legs
- “Foot drop” (when your foot feels like it slaps the ground when walking).
The doctor may perform a series of imaging tests to confirm you have spinal stenosis. This can be a simple X-ray, but also other screening services such as MRIs and CT Scans. Visit your New York Spine Spine Specialists for imaging services diagnosis and proper treatment options.
PETER PASSIAS, M.D.
Cervical, Lumbar, Adult & Pediatric Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity Specialist
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Treatment Options For Spinal Stenosis
There are a multitude of ways to treat your spinal stenosis. Physical therapy exercises such as back stretching can help you build your strength back to normal so you experience less pain throughout the day.* You may also be able to treat it with with pain relievers (over-the-counter or prescribed), given steroid injections, or a decompression procedure to remove a portion of a thickened ligament from your back.
If more severe, however, you may require surgery to treat your spinal stenosis. One of the possible surgeries you may get is laminectomy. A Laminectomy is when one or more vertebrae is removed to relieve pressure from the spine. You may also need a spinal fusion, where the surgeon may “weld” together two weak vertebrae so they may work as one strong bone.
*The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment will vary by patient and condition. New York Spine Institute does not guarantee certain results.
Angel Macagno, M.D.
Cervical, Lumbar, Adult & Pediatric Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity Specialist
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