Selkäydintilaan
Selkäydintilaan, also known as spinal stenosis, refers to a narrowing of the spinal canal, the bony channel that houses the spinal cord and nerve roots. This narrowing can put pressure on the spinal cord and/or the nerves branching off from it. The condition can occur in any part of the spine, but it is most common in the neck (cervical spine) and the lower back (lumbar spine).
The most frequent cause of selkäydintilaan is degenerative changes associated with aging. As we get older,
Symptoms of selkäydintilaan vary depending on the location and severity of the narrowing. In the lumbar spine,
Diagnosis typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests such as X-rays, MRI scans,