Spinal Stenosis Treatment in Calgary, AB — Move More With Less Pain
Spinal stenosis causes pain, heaviness, and leg symptoms when you walk or stand for too long. It happens when the spinal canal narrows and presses on nearby nerves. At One Physio & Mobility Clinic, we work with Calgary patients to manage spinal stenosis through hands-on physiotherapy and targeted exercise — so you can walk farther, stand longer, and stay active.
15+
Years Experience
1:1
Care Every Visit
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Overview
When You Need Spinal Stenosis Treatment
The most common sign of spinal stenosis is pain or heaviness in the legs that comes on after walking or standing, and eases when you sit or lean forward. It often affects older adults, but can occur in anyone with degenerative spine changes. If spinal stenosis is limiting how far you can walk, interfering with daily tasks, or keeping you from gardening, hiking, or walking with your grandchildren, conservative treatment can help.
Signs You Should Come In
- ✔ Leg pain or heaviness when walking that eases with sitting
- ✔ Back or leg pain that gets worse standing at the grocery store or kitchen
- ✔ Imaging has confirmed spinal stenosis
- ✔ Symptoms are limiting your walking distance or daily activity
- ✔ Want to manage stenosis without surgery if possible
How It Works
Our Spinal Stenosis Treatment Process
We assess your spine, hip strength, and walking pattern. Treatment focuses on improving spinal mobility, reducing nerve compression through positioning and exercise, and building the strength that supports your spine. We teach you strategies to manage symptoms during daily activities — including walking posture, forward lean techniques, and pain-free walking intervals. Most patients can meaningfully increase their walking tolerance with a consistent program.
Why One Physio
Why Choose One Physio & Mobility Clinic
15+ years treating neurological and spine conditions
Realistic goals — honest about what physiotherapy can and cannot do
One-on-one care with the same physiotherapist
Direct billing for extended health plans
Serving Calgary, NW Calgary, and Airdrie including older adult patients
What to Expect
- Spine, hip, and gait assessment
- Manual therapy and spinal mobility work
- Nerve decompression positions and exercises
- Strengthening for the muscles that support the spine
- Activity strategies to increase walking distance
Your Clinician
Who Is Treating You
Your care is provided by Mahveen Moiz, Registered Physiotherapist at One Physio & Mobility Clinic in NW Calgary.
Mahveen Moiz
Registered Physiotherapist
BSc Physiotherapy (2006)15+ Years ExperienceDry NeedlingAcupunctureVestibular RehabCertified FSTConcussion ManagementK-TapingTMJ Rehab
Mahveen graduated in 2006 and has spent over 15 years treating orthopedic and sports injuries, post-accident recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction, and neurological conditions. She is the primary physiotherapist at One Physio & Mobility Clinic.
College of Physiotherapists of Alberta — Registered Member
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can physiotherapy help spinal stenosis without surgery?
Yes. Many patients with spinal stenosis manage their symptoms effectively with physiotherapy — targeted strengthening, posture work, and specific movement patterns that reduce nerve compression.
What does spinal stenosis feel like?
Typically leg heaviness, aching, or weakness when standing or walking that is relieved by sitting, leaning forward, or flexion. It often gets worse on hills and stairs.
Do I need to stop activity?
Not completely. We identify which activities aggravate symptoms and modify them while building the strength and movement patterns that reduce compression over time.
Is it covered by extended health?
Yes. Physiotherapy for spinal stenosis is covered by most extended health plans. We direct bill.
Do Not Wait to Get Worse on Its Own
Spinal stenosis is manageable with the right program. Call +1 (403) 984-1669 or book online. Spinal stenosis treatment is part of our Chronic Pain Management program — see that page for all chronic pain services at One Physio.