Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Patient Cases

If you'd like to learn about a lumbar spinal stenosis case, please call Dr. Bridwell's office and speak with either Bernie at 314-747-2526 or Jackie at 314-747-2560.

What is Lumbar Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal in the spine.
What Spine Surgery for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis is Recommended
  • If non-surgical treatments don't relieve pain
  • If pain radiates down a leg (a symptom called radiculopathy)
  • If the patient is losing sensation or motor strength in the legs
  • If the patient is losing bowel or bladder control
How Dr. Bridwell Treats Spinal Stenosis
Posterior Decompression: Dr. Bridwell will perform the surgery from the back of the spine; that is called a posterior approach.