Spinal stenosis treatment in Washington, PA
Spinal stenosis is narrowing around the spinal nerves that causes pain with standing or walking. Getzik Family Chiropractic, a chiropractic and non-surgical spine clinic in Washington, Pennsylvania, treats spinal stenosis with non-surgical spinal decompression, chiropractic care and laser therapy. The new patient decompression evaluation is $99. Call us at (724) 222-2074.
Key facts
- Narrowing around the spinal nerves.
- Causes pain with standing or walking that eases with sitting.
- Treated with spinal decompression, chiropractic care and laser therapy.
- The new patient decompression evaluation is $99, regular price $397.
- Care is non-surgical and drug-free.
- Call us at (724) 222-2074 to check availability.
What spinal stenosis actually is
Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces in the spine where the nerves travel. When the space gets too narrow, it presses on the nerves and causes pain.
It usually develops over years as the spine changes with age. The narrowing can come from thickened ligaments, bone spurs, or a bulging disc. It is most common in the lower back and the neck.
Spinal stenosis is often confused with a herniated disc. A herniated disc is a specific disc pushing out. Stenosis is a general narrowing from several causes. The examination and imaging tell them apart.
How you know it is spinal stenosis and not something else
The pattern is pain, cramping or numbness in the legs with standing or walking that eases when you sit or lean forward. Many people find they can walk longer while leaning forward, like on a shopping cart.
Red flag symptoms
Seek urgent medical care rather than booking with us if you have any of the following.
- Loss of bowel or bladder control
- Numbness in the groin or saddle area
- Severe weakness in a leg or foot
- Pain after a serious fall or crash with possible fracture
- Fever with back pain
How we treat spinal stenosis here
We treat spinal stenosis by creating more space for the nerves and easing the inflammation around them. The services below are the ones we most often use.
How long does it take to get better
Spinal stenosis is usually a long-term condition that develops over years. Care aims to ease the symptoms and keep you moving. We track your response at each visit and adjust the plan. We do not promise a fixed timeline or a specific outcome.
What it costs to get spinal stenosis looked at
Spinal stenosis often involves nerve pressure, so the decompression evaluation is the usual starting point. The New patient decompression evaluation is $99, against a regular price of $397. See our pricing and insurance page for the full breakdown.