What is lumbar spinal stenosis? Do I have lumbar spinal stenosis?

Do you have lumbar spinal stenosis? This is a common condition we treat at Apex orthopedic rehabilitation in Paramus New Jersey. In the video we discuss what I consider "classic" stenosis which is a true structural limitation to spinal range of motion which does not respond as favorably to conservative care. Many people who receive x-rays over the age of 50 will demonstrate some degree of lumbar spinal stenosis. In theory this stenosis is supposed to impact some of the surrounding joints and possibly pinch some of the nerves that exit the lower lumbar spine that make up the sciatic nerve root branch. Most patients that spinal stenosis do not like to stand or walk for periods of time. During classic spinal stenosis the patients tend to want to sit which relieves the pressure in the lower back and nerves which may contribute to weakness numbness pain tingling down into the lower extremities. Patients tend to feel better when their slightly forward and tend to feel better when using a walker or cane for all ambulation. In severe cases surgery may be warranted to decompress or opening the area where the nerve roots have been pinched because of this stenosis or narrowing. A true diagnosis of lumbar spinal stenosis is made based on the patient's history, a clinical examination and imaging.

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