Fletcher Allen, a Vermont university hospital and medical center, serves all of
Vermont and the northern New York region. Located in Burlington, Fletcher Allen is a regional, academic healthcare center and teaching hospital in alliance with the University of Vermont.
Spinal Stenosis
- Neurosurgery
- Medical Center Campus
- East Pavilion, Level 5
- 111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, VT, 05401 - Phone: 802-847-4590
- Fax: 802-847-3807
- Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM
- Directions
Spinal stenosis is a common degenerative condition usually seen in people over the age of 50. It is a common cause of low back pain and disability.
Spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal – the protective area that houses the spinal cord – narrows, placing pressure on the spinal cord or spinal nerves. This can lead to pain, weakness or numbness in the legs, back, neck, shoulders or arms – depending on which part of the spinal cord is affected.
Symptoms usually begin gradually and worsen over time. The neck and lower back are most commonly affected.
Spinal stenosis typically results from aging and degeneration. Age-related conditions including osteoarthritis, disk degeneration and thickened ligaments of the spine contribute to spinal stenosis. Other factors such as birth defects may increase risk for the condition.
Spinal Stenosis Treatment at Fletcher Allen
Fletcher Allen’s medical experts offer comprehensive, experienced diagnosis and treatment for all forms of spinal stenosis and spinal disease.
Fletcher Allen neurosurgeons are specially trained in the most recent techniques – including microsurgery, laser surgery, computer-assisted surgery and image-guided therapies. Patients benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, along with access to advanced technology and minimally invasive surgery.
Neurosurgeons work closely with specialists from other disciplines – including rheumatologists, neurologists, orthpaedic surgeons, physiatrists and others – to diagnose and treat your condition. Treatments can include a range of options, including physical therapy, medications, pain management and surgical procedures.
Through all stages of your treatment – from diagnosis to surgery to rehabilitation -- we provide a caring, personalized approach that puts patients at the center of everything we do.
Because Fletcher Allen is a university hospital and health system in partnership with the University of Vermont, you can be assured that your care is informed by the latest scientific innovations and ground-breaking research. Your treatment is backed by a strong commitment to high-quality care and ongoing quality improvement. Fletcher Allen is also dedicated to patient education, making sure you have all the information you need to make informed choices about your care.
