Kate Corr discusses the link between memory and music and the famous musicians who have carried on playing despite a dementia diagnosis. When country legend Glenn Campbell announced his diagnosis with Alzheimerâs in 2011 he decided to embark on a farewell tourâ¦which ended up lasting two years and 151 songs.
Spinal stenosis is an abnormal narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal that may occur in any of the regions of the spine. This narrowing causes a restriction to the spinal canal, resulting in a neurological deficit. Symptoms include pain, numbness, paraesthesia, and loss of motor control.
Usually, spinal stenosis is caused by a gradual degenerative process (arthritis) in the lower spine. Bone spurs, inflammation, and malalignment can cause the narrowing around the nerves. Typical treatment of spinal stenosis starts with simple steps, including physical therapy, medications, and rest. If these treatments fail to alleviate pain, some patients may choose spine surgery to find relief from their symptoms of stenosis. These are the most common treatments for spinal stenosis.