Largo Back Pain from Spinal Stenosis: MRI and Exercise

Beyond the Image: Understanding Your Spine Through Clinical Care

You're in pain and searching for relief—we're here to help.|You're hurting, and you want answers—we get it. Nothing feels more reassuring than seeing an actual image of your spine and indicating what might be causing your pain.|Getting to see an image of your spine and identifying the source of your pain can provide real reassurance. But here's something that might surprise you: what shows up on your MRI or X-ray often does not match what you're really feeling. A novel 2025 study found that people with severe spinal stenosis seen on scans may have no pain, while others with "perfect-looking" spines are in agony. (1) Weird, right? Another new study described what many patients feel: "it's hard to trust an individual, it's easier to trust an image." (2) We get that completely. But here’s the thing—your chiropractor's hands-on exam, blended with carefully interpreting your imaging, tells your real story. It's not about dismissing those scans; it's about getting the complete picture of what's really happening with your body so we can help you feel better. Let’s discuss both your imaging findings and clinical assessment exam findings to create a complete treatment plan custom-made just to you delivered by your chiropractor at Hollstrom & Associates Inc.

Largo CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Try Exercise to Help Reduce Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Pain

Exercise offers proven relief for lumbar spinal stenosis, reducing pain and restoring function through targeted flexibility, strengthening, and aerobic activities. Importantly, stenosis severity does not influence treatment responsiveness, meaning that even patients with advanced stenosis can get meaningful improvements. This evidence supports exercise as a primary conservative treatment, offering a non-invasive approach to contain symptoms and enhance mobility before considering surgical options. (3,4) Let’s chat at your next chiropractic appointment about the best exercise for you.

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