Spinal stenosis is characterized by narrowing of the ... When an MRI is unavailable, CT scans are recommended. Additionally, electromyography and nerve conduction studies can be helpful in ...

Diagnosis and Treatment The diagnosis of spinal stenosis is done by clinical evaluation in combination with imaging studies such as MRI or CT scans and, sometimes, by nerve conduction tests.

Background: Beside symptoms and clinical signs radiological findings are crucial in the diagnosis of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). We investigate which quantitative radiological signs are ...