Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Specialist
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Patrick S Hill, MD
Spine Surgeon & Disc Replacement Specialist located in Beverly Grove, Los Angeles, CA
If low back pain feels debilitating and you want relief, you can trust board-certified spine surgeon Patrick Hill, MD, in the Beverly Grove area of Los Angeles, California, with exceptional care. A part of DOCS Health, he offers a variety of treatments for lumbar spinal stenosis to relieve discomfort and restore spinal function. Call the Patrick Hill MD office to schedule a consultation or book an appointment online today.
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Q & A
What is lumbar spinal stenosis?
Lumbar spinal stenosis is a condition where the lower part of your spinal canal (lumbar area) is too narrow. It can put pressure on nearby nerves that travel through your spine, contributing to lower back pain. At the first sign of lumbar spinal stenosis, see Dr. Hill for an evaluation.
What are the symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis?
Common symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis include:
- Weakness in your leg or foot
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Pain or cramping on your legs
- Back pain
You could also have spinal stenosis in your upper spine (cervical spinal stenosis), which produces similar symptoms with additional neck pain.
Complications that can occur with severe or untreated lumbar spinal stenosis include weakness, balance problems, incontinence, radiculopathy, sciatica, and even paralysis in some cases.
What are the risk factors for lumbar spinal stenosis?
Common causes and risk factors associated with lumbar spinal stenosis include:
- Lumbar disc herniation
- Thickened ligaments
- Bone overgrowth
- Spinal injuries
- Tumors
- Trauma
- Scoliosis
- Other congenital spinal deformities
- Genetic diseases
The cause of lumbar spinal stenosis isn’t always clear, but your risk of developing the condition increases over age 50.
How does my provider diagnose lumbar spinal stenosis?
To determine if spinal stenosis is the cause of low back pain, Dr. Hill discusses your symptoms with you and reviews your medical history.
He checks your vital signs, completes a physical exam, and may order blood tests, X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, or other imaging procedures to diagnose your condition and treat it as needed.
How is lumbar spinal stenosis treated?
Every patient is different, which is why Dr. Hill personalizes lumbar spinal stenosis solutions based on what’s best for you. Standard treatment options include:
- Medications
- Physical therapy
- Steroid injections
- Spinal decompression
- Surgery
Dr. Hill offers a variety of surgeries to widen your spinal canal and reduce nerve pressure and pain. He specializes in cutting-edge robotics, including ExcelsiusGPS® and the MAZOR X STEALTH EDITION™ robotic systems, to maximize your outcome.
Don’t live with low back pain due to lumbar spinal stenosis when numerous solutions are within reach. Call Patrick Hill MD to schedule an appointment or book a consultation online today.