What is Neurogenic Claudication?

Neurogenic means being connected to the nervous system, and claudication is a term that means heaviness, weakness or leg pain in the legs when walking. Neurogenic claudication refers to intermittent leg pain caused by a neurological issue. In this condition, the underlying cause is often spinal stenosis or impinged nerves branching from the spinal cord. Dr. Sina Rajamand offers neurogenic claudication treatment in Reno, NV.

When other types of claudication, such as vascular claudication from impaired blood flow to the legs, have been ruled out and a neurological cause is suspected, more targeted investigations are necessary. Dr. Rajamand will typically use x-rays, CT and/or MRI imaging to pinpoint the exact location of the impingement and its cause.

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Neurogenic claudication can result from various types of trauma or degenerative conditions that press on the spinal cord or nerves, leading to radiating leg pain, heaviness, and weakness. Some common causes like this include:

Herniated disc
Bone spurs
Spinal trauma
Spinal osteoarthritis
Thickened ligaments
Tumors

Spinal Decompression and Repair by a Skilled Reno Neurosurgeon

After determining the cause of the spinal impingement, Dr. Rajamand can recommend a surgical solution to bring relief. In cases of spinal impingement, decompression surgery is often necessary to relieve pressure on the affected nerves. This may also require removing the source of the impingement if it is caused by a bone spur or piece of broken vertebrae.

If spinal stenosis is causing neurogenic claudication, Dr. Rajamand may need to perform a laminectomy, laminotomy, or laminoplasty. These procedures remove a portion of the affected vertebrae to create a wider channel for the spinal column. They are often combined with spinal fusion and fixation to add strength and stability to the spine.

Dr. Rajamand specializes in minimally-invasive neurosurgical procedures that pose reduced risks and allow for faster recovery for his patients. By using these techniques, he can perform intricate procedures with precision and accuracy, while using only a tiny incision to access the area of the impingement. Contact Saint Mary’s Brain and Spine Surgery in Reno to schedule a neurogenic claudication consultation with Dr. Sina Rajamand.

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