Spinal Stenosis Treatment in Torrance & Los Angeles | Dr. Remi Ajiboye

Spinal stenosis is a common condition that causes narrowing of the spinal canal, placing pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. It is one of the leading causes of back and leg pain in adults over 50.

Patients across Los Angeles County frequently seek treatment from Dr. Remi Ajiboye for this condition.

What Is Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal stenosis occurs when the spaces within the spine narrow, reducing room for nerves.

It most commonly affects:

• Lumbar spine (lower back)
• Cervical spine (neck)

Causes

• Arthritis
• Bone spurs
• Disc degeneration
• Thickened ligaments
• Prior spine surgery

Symptoms

Lumbar Stenosis

• Leg pain with walking
• Relief when sitting
• Numbness or weakness

Cervical Stenosis

• Neck pain
• Arm numbness
• Balance issues

Diagnosis

• Physical exam
• MRI imaging
• X-rays

Non-Surgical Treatment

• Physical therapy
• Medications
• Epidural injections

When Surgery Is Needed

• Persistent pain
• Difficulty walking
• Progressive weakness

Surgical Options

• Laminectomy
• Minimally invasive decompression

Recovery

• Walking same day
• Return to work in weeks

Schedule a Consultation

Early treatment improves outcomes and prevents progression.

Remi M. Ajiboye M.D. is considered one of the best board-certified spine surgeons in Los Angeles who is trained in non-surgical and surgical management of spine conditions. He has advanced training in minimally-invasive spine surgery and complex spinal reconstruction. Dr Remi Ajiboye serves Torrance, El Segundo, Long Beach, and the surrounding communities of South Bay, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Lomita, San Pedro, Carson, Lawndale, Gardena, Hawthorne, Santa Monica, Marina Del Rey, Culver City, Inglewood, Ladera Heights, South Gate, Lynwood, Compton, Los Alamitos, Westminster, Garden Grove, Lakewood, Cerritos, Bellflower, Downey, Paramount, Bellflower, Norwalk, Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Orange, Tustin, Fullerton, Seal Beach, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and greater Los Angeles county and Orange County. Contact Remi Ajiboye, MD, online or over the phone to set up an appointment.

Author

Remi Ajiboye MD Remi M. Ajiboye M.D. is a spine specialist who is trained in non-surgical and surgical management of spine conditions. He has advanced training in minimally-invasive spine surgery and complex spinal reconstruction.