Spinal Stenosis Treatment in Charleston, South Carolina

If you're living with back pain, leg weakness, or numbness that worsens when walking or standing, spinal stenosis could be the cause. This condition, often related to aging and spinal degeneration, narrows the spaces within your spine and places pressure on surrounding nerves.

At Axis Chiropractic in Charleston, South Carolina, Dr. Lee Russo provides gentle, non-invasive treatments to help relieve nerve compression, reduce pain, and improve your mobility—without the need for surgery or medications.

What is Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal begins to narrow, usually due to age-related changes such as arthritis, disc degeneration, or thickened ligaments. As the space within your spine tightens, nerves become compressed, leading to pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness, especially in the lower back and legs.

For some people, symptoms develop gradually and worsen over time. Others may experience sudden episodes of discomfort that limit their ability to stand, walk, or participate in daily activities.

Common signs of spinal stenosis include lower back pain that eases when sitting or leaning forward, difficulty walking long distances without discomfort, and a feeling of heaviness or weakness in the legs. Some people also experience balance issues or numbness in the buttocks or feet.