Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis Can be Treated at Laser Spine Institute

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Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis Can be Treated at Laser Spine Institute

Lumbar foraminal stenosis is a condition that can lead to lower back pain, sciatica, and other related symptoms. Frequently exhibited as a side effect of the natural aging process, stenosis is the gradual narrowing of the foraminal canals in the spine. In a healthy spine, nerves pass through these canals and exit the spinal column before branching out into the body. But should these foramen become obstructed, the nerves may be compressed and painful symptoms can result. This condition is particularly common in the lumbar spine because of the significant weight burden placed on the lower back. Over time, the lumbar spine grows susceptible to deterioration that can result in stenosis.

Some of the most common sources of lumbar foraminal stenosis include:

Degenerative disc disease—the soft, spongy intervertebral discs that prevent the spinal vertebrae from grinding together can become herniated and extend beyond their normal perimeter. When this happens, the disc may press into the foramina.
Bone spurs—these growths are formed as the body’s way of repairing damage, but they can grow into the foramina and cause crowding.
Tissue inflammation—the vertebral joints in the spine, like all joints in the body, are prone to becoming arthritic. This inflammation can cause the tissue to swell into the foramina.
And more—infection, injury, and disease can also lead to lumbar foraminal stenosis.

At Laser Spine Institute (LSI), our orthopedic spine surgeons treat lumbar foraminal stenosis with a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure known as a foraminotomy. This laser-guided procedure widens the foramen and decompresses the nerves, alleviating pain. Unlike traditional open-back or -neck surgeries, our surgeons pinpoint the source of a patient’s pain, make an exact adjustment, and get the patient on their way to full recovery—without the need for general anesthesia, overnight hospitalization, and lengthy rehabilitation.
To learn more about lumbar foraminal stenosis, our various endoscopic laser treatments, and to request a free review of your MRI or CT scan, contact LSI today.

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