Spinal Stenosis Exercises and Treatment
As we age, so do our spines. Spinal stenosis is one of the most common causes of lower back pain in individuals over 60, and our Oakville chiropractors see it frequently in our clinic. This condition occurs due to degenerative changes in the spine, leading to the narrowing of key canals—either the central canal, where the spinal cord is located, or the lateral canals, where nerves exit the spine.
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Our Oakville chiropractic team specializes in treating spinal stenosis and a wide range of lower back conditions. We recommend a comprehensive approach, including targeted exercises (found on this page) and hands-on chiropractic care to help manage pain, improve mobility, and slow the progression of stenosis-related issues.
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No matter the degree of stenosis, our experienced chiropractors provide personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to help patients maintain an active, pain-free lifestyle. If you’re struggling with spinal stenosis, let our expert team guide you toward relief. Book an appointment today!
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What is Spinal Stenosis?
Degenerative changes in the spine can lead to pain and dysfunction, particularly in the lower back and legs. While lower back stiffness and discomfort are common, many patients with spinal stenosis experience more severe leg symptoms, including:
✔️ Aching or cramping pain in the buttocks, thighs, or calves
✔️ Burning sensations or tingling down the legs and into the feet
✔️ Weakness or numbness that affects mobility and balance
Although spinal stenosis cannot be reversed, the good news is that our Oakville chiropractors can help you manage your symptoms and significantly improve your quality of life. Our spinal health specialists use evidence-based chiropractic techniques to reduce pain, restore mobility, and alleviate nerve compression—allowing you to stay active and live comfortably.
Don’t let spinal stenosis control your life. Let our experienced chiropractic team create a personalized treatment plan designed to help you feel and move better. Book your consultation today!
Chiropractic Approved Treatment for Spinal Stenosis
Our chiropractors have successfully treated various types of stenosis in patients of all ages and backgrounds. Whether it’s a high school athlete dealing with back pain and stenosis or a retired banker struggling to complete a round of golf in their first year of retirement, our team has a solution tailored to your needs. Treatment options include chiropractic adjustments, shockwave therapy, acupuncture, and IFC therapy.
Additionally, our medical team recommends the exercises outlined below, initially performed 4 to 7 days a week. As your pain level decreases to below a 3 out of 10, we advise reducing the frequency to 3 times a week. Let us help you regain your mobility and live pain-free.
Chiropractic Treatment for Stenosis
Dr. Steve and Dr. Jenn will work together to create a personalized treatment plan after thoroughly assessing your spine and reviewing your x-rays to confirm spinal stenosis. Most patients with spinal stenosis-related low back pain experience severely guarded muscles and abnormal posture as they instinctively protect the injured areas of their spine.
Our chiropractors will perform manual adjustments to realign your spine and help restore proper biomechanics. This approach facilitates healing in the affected tissues and improves posture, leading to increased range of motion and a reduction in pain. In addition to chiropractic adjustments, our team utilizes a combination of proven modalities, including IFC therapy, shockwave therapy, and acupuncture, to provide comprehensive relief from your stenosis-related discomfort.
Shockwave Therapy For Spinal Stenosis
Most of our patients with low back pain related to spinal stenosis will not require shockwave therapy directly on their spine. Instead, our Oakville chiropractors use shockwave therapy to target and improve blood flow, break up scar tissue, and alleviate tension in the surrounding muscles and soft tissues that may be contributing to the pain.
Shockwave Therapy involves a handheld pneumatic device that delivers high-energy pulses to the affected area. The treatment typically involves between 800 and 2,500 pulses within just a few minutes. Our chiropractors carefully adjust the intensity and duration of the treatment based on the patient’s specific needs and diagnosis to ensure the most effective results. By stimulating healing and promoting circulation in the soft tissues around the spine, shockwave therapy can help reduce discomfort, improve flexibility, and support the overall recovery process for those with spinal stenosis-related pain.
Acupuncture treatment for spinal stenosis in Oakville
Dr. Jenn is our acupuncture provider in our Oakville clinic. She uses a combination of chiropractic techniques and scientifically proven acupuncture points to help alleviate her patients pain associated with spinal stenosis.
Best Spinal Stenosis Exercises
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These Doctor approved back exercises and stretches are designed to help manage spinal stenosis and keep those diagnosed with this condition active and pain-free. These exercises are safe and effective tools to manage spinal stenosis at home in conjunction with manual therapy from our chiropractors.
If you have any questions or concerns, come in and see Dr. Steve or Dr. Jenn at Nottinghill Family Wellness Centre today! You can also call us at 905-827-4197.