Neurogenic claudication
Neurogenic Claudication
Neurogenic claudication (pronounced: noo-roh-jen-ik klaw-di-kay-shun) is a medical condition often associated with spinal stenosis.
Etymology
The term "neurogenic" is derived from "neuro" meaning nerve and "genic" meaning origin. "Claudication" comes from the Latin word "claudicare" which means to limp.
Definition
Neurogenic claudication is a symptom of a condition, not a condition itself. It is characterized by leg pain and/or weakness brought on by walking, which is relieved by rest or bending forward. It is caused by compression of the spinal nerves due to narrowing of the spinal canal or vertebral foramina, often due to spinal stenosis.
Symptoms
Symptoms of neurogenic claudication can include:
- Pain in the lower back, buttocks, thighs, or calves
- Weakness, numbness, or tingling in the legs
- Difficulty walking or standing for long periods
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of neurogenic claudication is typically made through a combination of patient history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan.
Treatment
Treatment options for neurogenic claudication can include:
- Physical therapy
- Medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or corticosteroids
- Epidural steroid injections
- Surgical interventions such as laminectomy or spinal fusion
Related Terms
- Spinal stenosis
- Vascular claudication
- Intermittent claudication
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Cauda equina syndrome
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neurogenic claudication
- Wikipedia's article - Neurogenic claudication
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