Cauda Equina Syndrome

Common symptoms include:

• Severe lower back pain
• Pain radiating to one or both legs
• Numbness or tingling in the legs
• Weakness in the lower limbs
• Loss of sensation in the saddle area
• Difficulty walking or standing
• Bladder or bowel control problems
• Reduced reflexes in the legs
• Sexual dysfunction
• Balance and coordination difficulties

Cauda Equina Syndrome may occur due to:

• Large herniated or slipped disc
• Spinal stenosis
• Spinal trauma or injury
• Tumors affecting the spine
• Spinal infections
• Post-surgical complications
• Degenerative spinal conditions
• Severe inflammation around spinal nerves

Diagnosis includes emergency neurological examination and imaging tests to identify nerve compression. Tests may include:

• MRI scan
• CT scan
• X-rays
• Neurological examination
• Muscle strength assessment
• Reflex testing
• Sensory examination

Physiotherapy rehabilitation focuses on restoring mobility, improving strength, reducing pain, and maximizing independence after medical treatment.

• TENS therapy for pain management
• Heat therapy for muscle relaxation
• Gentle soft tissue mobilization
• Positioning techniques for comfort

Mobility & Functional Training Patients are guided with mobility training, transfer techniques, walking practice, and functional activity rehabilitation.

Customized rehabilitation exercises help improve lower limb strength, spinal stability, flexibility, and endurance.

• Core strengthening exercises
• Lower limb strengthening exercises
• Pelvic stability exercises
• Balance and coordination exercises

• Hamstring stretches
• Lower back mobility exercises
• Hip flexibility exercises
• Range of motion exercises

Walking and balance training help improve coordination, stability, and confidence during movement. Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Pelvic floor exercises and bladder management training may help improve bowel and bladder control in some patients.

Patients are educated on proper posture, body mechanics, and movement techniques to reduce spinal stress and prevent further injury.

• Experienced neuro and spine physiotherapists
• Personalized rehabilitation programs
• One-on-one physiotherapy sessions
• Advanced neurological rehabilitation techniques
• Focus on restoring mobility and independence
• Evidence-based physiotherapy care
• Guidance for home exercises and long-term recovery

If you are recovering from Cauda Equina Syndrome and experiencing weakness, mobility problems, or bladder and bowel difficulties, our physiotherapy team can help support your rehabilitation safely and effectively. Book your physiotherapy consultation today for expert Cauda Equina Syndrome rehabilitation and personalized physiotherapy care.