Fernandina Beach Back Pain from Spinal Stenosis: MRI and Exercise

Beyond the Image: Understanding Your Spine Through Clinical Care

You are in pain and looking for relief—we're here to help. Nothing feels more reassuring than seeing an actual image of your spine and indicating what might be triggering your pain. But here's something that might astonish you: what shows up on your MRI or X-ray often does not match what you're actually feeling. A interesting 2025 study found that people with severe spinal stenosis visible on scans sometimes have zero pain, while others with "perfect-looking" spines are in agony. (1) Wild, right? Another new study captured what many patients feel: "it's hard to trust an individual, it's easier to trust an image." (2) We fully understand that. But here's the truth—your chiropractor's hands-on exam, blended with carefully interpreting your imaging, tells your real story. It's not about ignoring 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 comprehensive treatment plan custom-made specifically to you delivered by your chiropractor at Amelia Chiropractic Clinic.

Fernandina Beach CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Try Exercise to Help Decrease Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Pain

Exercise offers proven relief for lumbar spinal stenosis, reducing pain and returning function through targeted flexibility, strengthening, and aerobic movements. Importantly, stenosis severity does not affect treatment responsiveness, meaning that even patients with advanced stenosis can achieve meaningful improvements. This evidence promotes exercise as a primary conservative treatment, offering a non-invasive approach to manage symptoms and improve mobility before considering surgical options. (3,4) Let’s see what kind of exercise works best for you at your next visit.

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