What Is Facet Arthropathy?
7. Spinal Stenosis
As well as causing pain, facet arthropathy will also sometimes lead to spinal stenosis. The spinal column has a channel running down it in which the spinal cord is located. Spinal stenosis is a condition where the space in this channel decreases. This causes pressure to be placed on the spinal cord, and this results in a number of unwelcome symptoms.
Symptoms of the condition typically include tingling or numbness of the legs and/or feet. It can also cause the legs and feet to become weaker than usual. Spinal stenosis will also often cause back pain, while cramping or pain can be experienced in the legs when walking or standing for long periods.
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