Symptoms

Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis

Some cases of spinal stenosis do not produce any symptoms, while others cause:

• Pain in neck or back that lessens with bending forward
• Difficulty walking
• Numbness, weakness or pain in extremities
• Foot disorders
• Pain or a heavy feeling in the legs
• Reduced sensation to touch, heat or cold

If you experience sudden compression or paralysis that affects sensation and movement, this could be a sign of cauda equina syndrome (CES) and requires emergency treatment. Contact your physician immediately.