Ice can be applied to reduce swelling and bring relief from sharp, burning, or throbbing spinal stenosis pain caused by a bulging disc. Sleeping with pillows positioned under the knees or between the legs can aid healing while sleeping. Gentle bouncing on an exercise ball for five minutes per day after icing and positioning can improve blood flow and relieve pain, but consulting a doctor is recommended before trying any home remedies.

1. Spinal Stenosis Conservative Treatments3 things you can do at home to relieve Spinal Stenosis pain caused by bulging disc.http://www.spinalstenosis.org

2. Spinal Stenosis Relief #1IceIf your pain is sharp, burning, stabbing or throbbing then applying ice to the area will help reduce swelling and ultimately bring relief.Do not use heat. Heat will make inflammation worse.Apply ice directly to skin, use ice pack or real ice.Apply for no more than 15 minutes.Apply every hour.

3. Spinal Stenosis Relief #2SleepingHealing occurs while sleeping.Position 1 or 2 pillows under your knees when sleeping on your back.Position 1 pillow between your legs when sleeping on your side.

4. Spinal Stenosis Relief #3Exercise or Therapeutic ballBounce on ball for 5 minutes per day only after steps 1 and 2.Bounce up and down with head straight, shoulders are down and back. Bouncing helps blood and oxygen circulation to area of Spinal Stenosis.

5. More information about Spinal Stenosis can be found at:http://www.spinalstenosis.orgAlways speak to your doctor before trying any home remedies for pain