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Bone & Joint Staff • December 16, 2019
What are the Common Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis?

Osteoarthritis is a condition which affects millions of Americans, causing pain and inflammation of the joints. For an unfortunate few of this group, the condition will go on to affect the spine in a condition known as spinal stenosis. In total, about 5 out of every 1000 adults over the age of 50 will exhibit symptoms of spinal stenosis.


What Causes Spinal Stenosis?

The spine houses 31 pairs of nerves. Each pair correlates with a specific region of the human body and facilitates direct communication between that region and the brain. This communication is what allows the body to move and function as it normally does. In patients with spinal stenosis, regions of the spine become narrower and compress the nerves. In turn, painful and bothersome symptoms can result, with specific complications depending on the location of the narrowing.


Symptoms of Cervical Spinal Stenosis

When stenosis occurs in the upper / neck portion of the spine, it is known as cervical stenosis. The symptoms commonly associated with this form include:

  • Numbness and/or tingling in the arms, hands, legs, or feet
  • Weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet
  • Clumsiness of the hands
  • Problems with balance and walking
  • Neck pain
  • Burning or tingling sensations in the arm or leg
  • Bladder or bowel dysfunction in severe cases


Symptoms of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

When stenosis occurs in the lower back, it is known as lumbar stenosis. This is the most common form of the condition and can produce side effects such as:

  • Pain in the lower back and/or legs, especially pain that improves when sitting or bending forward
  • Numbness and/or tingling in the legs or buttocks
  • Weakness in the feet or legs
  • Burning or tingling sensations in the legs


Treating Spinal Stenosis in Baton Rouge

Spinal stenosis can be a painful and debilitating condition for many patients. If you are suffering from complications related to cervical or lumbar stenosis, it is important to seek medical attention with an orthopedic specialist who can help devise a treatment plan that works best for you. If you are in the Baton Rouge area, contact the Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, and request a consultation with one of our spine specialists.

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Bone & Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge Physician Practice Transition – Effective April 1, 2025

By Bone and Joint Clinic Staff • January 30, 2025
BATON ROUGE, LA, January 30, 2025 – Effective April 1, 2025, four distinguished orthopedic surgeons from The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will transition to Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic (BROC), continuing their commitment to providing high-quality orthopedic care. The physicians joining BROC are: 1. Joseph "Jeb" Broyles, MD – Specializes in joint replacement surgery, knee arthroscopy, and cartilage regeneration. 2. Arthur "Art" Hess, MD – Specializes in trauma, hip, knee, and shoulder reconstruction, and total joint replacement surgery. 3. Mat hew "Matt" Mazoch, M D – Specializes in shoulder and knee surgery. 4. Alan Schroeder, MD – Specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Beginning April 1, 2025, these physicians will operate under BROC's umbrella while continuing to see patients at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge's current location, 7301 Hennessy Blvd. Eventually, the doctors plan to transition to BROC's campus on Bluebonnet Blvd. The estimated timeline for that move is Summer/Fall 2025. In addition, Dr. Patrick Hall will be transitioning to his own practice, Hall Podiatry, that will continue to provide quality podiatric care to patients. Dr. Hall will continue to practice at 7301 Hennessy Blvd. until May/June 2025. After that date, patients may see him at a new nearby location. Dr. Zachary Rohr and Christopher Belleau will also transition their practice to a new location effective March 31, 2025. We will update our patients once those details are finalized. Dr. Gerard Murtagh of The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will be retiring effective March 2025. Dr. Murtagh has been a vital part of the clinic since 1988 and has significantly contributed to its success. We thank Dr. Murtagh for his many years of service to the patients of Bone & Joint Clinic. Patients are encouraged to continue scheduling appointments at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge using the current process for the foreseeable future. To ensure a seamless transition, The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will provide detailed information to patients in the coming weeks, including the secure transfer of medical records and continuity of care. The health and well-being of patients remain the top priority, and The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, BROC, and Hall Podiatry are working together to make this transition as smooth as possible while maintaining uninterrupted care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, patients can contact The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge at 225-766-0050 or by visiting bjcbr.com . Patients can also reach BROC at 225-924-2424 or by visiting brortho.com .
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