Worn out intervertebral discs lose height and bulge, directly shrinking the spinal canal. Bone spurs often form as the body tries to stabilize the spine.
OSTEOARTHRITIS AND BONE SPURS
Osteoarthritis causes bone spurs and facet joint degeneration. These bony growths and joint changes severely narrow the spinal canal, compressing nerves.
LIFESTYLE, TRAUMA AND INFLAMMATION
High impact activities, obesity, and traumatic injuries accelerate spinal wear. Inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis also contribute to stenosis.