I have had success using neurontin for nerve pain. Can't anymore due to some
other meds I need to take. I now use hydrocodone which helps but is
narcotic.
GaryZ

does anyone have ideas of easing the pain of stenosis using a non-surgical
approach? I presently take Celebrex but have encounter the side effect of
the 'runs'

my first suggestion is that you find out exactly what you are dealing with
and why and what may be a contributory condition to your pain.  for
example---do you have a copy of your mri results?  if you do, check to see
if you have disk herniation near the site of stenosis, with thecal
involvement, which may be contributory to your pain situation.  if you do
have disk herniation, it is possible (though i can't say it is more likely
than not likely) that some form of traction, like an inversion table (just
one of many such traction aids that can be used at home and there are some
traction options that are not used at home), may help ease your symptoms.
however, definitely ask your doctor if a  non-invasive traction option might
benefit you.

there are also many other treatment options, some are invasive and some are
non-invasive--epidurals, facet injections, nerve blocks, physical therapy,
lazer treatments, idd treatments, water exercise programs (and strengthening
mucles and ligaments excercises), weight loss (if necessary), hot and/or
cold compress therapy (include over-the-counter thermal wraps and heating
pads in that), therapeudic massage therapy (done by a physical therapist or
someone certified in therapeudic massage), chiropractic care, acupuncture,
acupressure, hydromassage (which is done with water though you remain dry),
whirlpool/jacuzzi, tens units, massage chairs, zero gravity chairs,
spinulator table treatments . . . etc. etc. etc., ad nauseum.

good luck,

kate