Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES)

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Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a painful disorder caused by pressure on the nerve roots of the lower back. The compression of these nerve roots limits normal function of the pelvic organs and lower limbs. Symptoms of this condition may be similar to and mistaken for sciatica, which is caused by compression to the sciatic nerve.
 

An Overview of Lower Back Pain

Most people will experience some form of lower back pain in their lives. About 97% of back pain is caused by a mechanical issue and will get better quickly. But other potential causes must be considered early on, because many of these require very specific nonsurgical or surgical treatment. Careful, early attention to obtain the correct diagnosis will maximize the success of the treatment chosen for the individual patient.
When back pain is associated with fever, loss of leg sensation or strength or difficulty with urination, quick medical attention is required. In cases where back pain is related to a mechanical problem, patients can exercise and learn lifting and movement techniques for prevention of future episodes.

Multiple pain management procedures such as epidural steroid injection are available, and a number of types of surgical procedures are available for people where conservative measures are not effective.
 

Diagnosis

• Magnetic Resonance (MR) Neurography
• Imaging for Back Pain