10 Causes of Spinal Stenosis
Cause #3: Paget’s Disease
Normal bone growth and development involves the processes of deposition of new and removal of old bone tissues in what is called bone remodeling. A balance in these activities ensures healthy and strong bones with preservation of bone structures.
However, there can be derangements in the bone remodeling processes as in Paget’s disease where an imbalance in these activities results in the formation of enlarged but fragile bones. These weakened bones are not only prone to fracturing but also, due to enlargement, press upon other neighboring structures including nerves in the case of spinal involvement of the disease. In addition to compromised functions of the areas served by the compressed nerves, Paget’s disease may limit the physical abilities of a patient.
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