WHAT IS SPINAL STENOSIS?
Craig Forsthoefel, MD, Illinois Bone & Joint Institute
Tuesday, February 22nd at 7pm
Spinal stenosis is a condition that occurs when the spaces within the spine become narrower, putting pressure on the spinal cord. A tightened space can cause your spinal cord or nerves to become irritated or compressed. It can also lead to back pain, nerve issues like sciatica, limb numbness, weakness, and pain. Spinal stenosis is most likely to occur in adults over 60. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for spinal stenosis from IBJI’s orthopedic spine surgeon, Dr. Craig Forsthoefel.
Craig Forsthoefel, MD:
Craig Forsthoefel, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board-eligible orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in complex adult and pediatric spinal conditions. Through a collaborative and holistic approach with his patients, he can provide individualized care that satisfies the patient’s goals. He believes in a conservative approach and that many conditions can be successfully treated without surgery. When pursuing surgical options, he uses the least invasive, safest, and most effective surgery to meet the patient’s needs.
Craig Forsthoefel, MD, Illinois Bone & Joint Institute
