Stenosis back

Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal, in this case within the spinal cord region. This type of narrowing occurs most commonly in people over the age of 50.

A spinal canal stenosis is a narrowing within the spinal canal. The spinal canal contains an opening also known as the vertebral foramen which can be seen from above. Through this opening run multiple nerves, traveling from top to bottom throughout the entire vertebral column. These nerves are protected by the spinal cord.

When spinal stenosis develops, the opening (vertebral foramen) becomes progressively smaller. As a result, the nerves can become compressed, which may lead to irritation and pain.

A back brace helps reduce your symptoms directly especially when caused by spinal stenosis or other degenerative spinal conditions.