Lumbar Canal Stenosis 

🌿 Introduction

Lumbar Canal Stenosis (LCS) is a common cause of chronic low back and leg pain, especially in elderly patients.
It occurs when the spinal canal in the lower back becomes narrow, compressing the nerves that supply the legs.
This condition can make walking or standing difficult and greatly affect daily life.

🧠 What Is Lumbar Canal Stenosis?

The lumbar spinal canal is a tunnel that carries nerves from the spinal cord to the legs.
When this canal becomes narrow due to age-related changes, disc bulge, ligament thickening, or bone overgrowth, it puts pressure on these nerves — leading to pain and weakness.

⚠️ Common Causes

• Age-related degeneration of spine

• Disc bulge or herniation

• Thickened ligaments or facet joint arthritis

• Post-surgical or post-traumatic changes

🤕 Symptoms

Patients typically experience:

• Low back pain

• Pain, heaviness, or numbness in legs (especially while standing or walking)

• Relief on bending forward or sitting

• Reduced walking distance

• Tingling or weakness in legs

🔍 Diagnosis

At Meenakshi Pain Clinic, diagnosis is made through:

• Detailed clinical examination

• MRI scan of the lumbar spine

💊 Treatment Options

Most patients improve without surgery using modern pain medicine techniques.
Our Minimally Invasive Pain & Spine Interventions (MIPSI) help relieve pain and improve walking ability.

Treatment options include:

1.    Medications – Anti-inflammatory and neuropathic pain medicines

2.    Epidural Steroid Injection (TFESI / CESI) – Reduces nerve inflammation and pain

3.    Percutaneous Adhesiolysis / Neuroplasty – For persistent or severe cases

4.    Physiotherapy and Exercise Programs – To improve flexibility and posture

5.    Lifestyle advice – Weight control, proper sitting posture, and walking practice

🌈 Advantages of MIPSI (Minimally Invasive Procedures)

• Day-care procedure

• No general anesthesia

• No stitches or prolonged bed rest

• Quick pain relief and early recovery

• Suitable for elderly patients

🏥 Why Choose Meenakshi Pain Clinic?

• Over 35 years of experience in advanced pain management

• Personalized treatment for each patient

• Skilled use of image-guided, minimally invasive techniques

• Compassionate care focused on improving quality of life