Treat Spinal Stenosis With Acupuncture

Aging and arthritis can cause the spinal canal to narrow. This condition, known as spinal stenosis, places pressure on the spinal cord and spinal nerve roots, causing pain (sciatica), loss of feeling or weakness in the legs. Spinal stenosis can also lead to back pain.

Acupuncture is helpful in treating spinal stenosis. Acupuncture can first be used to alleviate the pain caused by this condition by increasing the production of natural pain killers. As discussed in previous blog posts, acupuncture can also be used to reduce inflammation by increasing blood flow in the affected area, helping to relieve pressure on the spinal cord.

By combining these treatments, acupuncture provides both immediate and long term relief, free from the side effects of medication and complications of surgery. Over 95% of people ages fifty and older experience from some level of degeneration within the spine. If you are in pain or discomfort, consider acupuncture as a first line of treatment for spinal stenosis.