Background: Beside symptoms and clinical signs radiological findings are crucial in the diagnosis of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). We investigate which quantitative radiological signs are ...

Medically reviewed by Oluseun Olufade, MDSpinal stenosis exercise programs should be focused on improving spinal flexibility, ...

Lumbar stenosis is a common spinal condition that affects millions of people, particularly older adults. It occurs when the spinal canal located in the lower back experiences narrowing, putting ...

Sitting, leaning forward and laying down can help lessen the pain for those with lumbar spinal stenosis. People with lumbar spinal stenosis usually walk with a stooped posture to help relieve pain.

Lumbar spinal stenosis is characterized by degenerative changes leading to narrowing of the spinal canal as well as compression of multiple nerve roots. The progressive pain and weakness of the ...