Spinal Stenosis Treatment NJ

Spinal stenosis occurs when there is an abnormal narrowing of the bony canal through which nerves travel. This may result in compression of the spinal cord or nerve roots causing lumbar pain (for lower back spinal stenosis) or cervical pain (for spinal stenosis in the neck). New Jersey residents with spinal stenosis may not experience pain or symptoms initially, but may eventually require spinal stenosis treatment in NJ to alleviate associated pain, preserve and restore function and prevent paralysis. Initial treatment may include anti-inflammatory medications, steroid injections, and physical therapy. In more advanced cases, patients may require invasive or minimally invasive surgery to treat the stenosis.

Choosing the right spinal surgeon for treatment of spinal stenosis in NJ is paramount to achieving the best results. For many years, Dr. John D. Lipani has served the greater Princeton New Jersey and surrounding areas including New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Boston as well as international patients from Europe. Dr. Lipani is a leading neurosurgeon with advanced training and experience in complex and minimally invasive spinal surgery, specializing in spinal stenosis treatment in NJ.

There are many causes of spinal stenosis, including:

• Excess bone growth (resulting from osteoarthritis)
• Spinal fracture
• Soft tissue overgrowth that compresses nerves against the bone
• Herniated discs, tumors and thickened spinal ligaments that compress spinal nerves.
• A congenitally narrowed spinal canal

If you experience the following symptoms, you may need spinal stenosis treatment in NJ:

•  Low back pain with weakness, numbness, or tingling in one or both legs (especially when standing /walking)
• Neck pain with weakness, numbness, or tingling in one or both arms
• Burning pain through the buttocks and down the legs
• Bladder and/or bowel control problems

When you speak to Dr. Lipani about symptoms associated with spinal stenosis, he will guide you through the entire process and provide you with the necessary information to help you choose the right treatment option. Dr. John D. Lipani is an experienced, fellowship trained, nationally recognized spinal surgeon using state-of-the-art techniques to foster a speedy and safe recovery.

For more information about spinal stenosis treatment in NJ, to schedule an appointment with Dr. John D. Lipani, or for more information about his practice in Greater Princeton NJ and surrounding areas, call Princeton Neurological Surgery at (609) 890-3400 or visit us on the web at: www.princetonneurologicalsurgery.com.