Home Exercise Program for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Igor Gershengorin
By Caesar Cantone, PT, LAc
Lumbar spinal stenosis is a common and disabling back ailment found within the aging population, but can also occur less often in younger adults. Stenosis actually refers to the narrowing, or closure, of an opening or space. Spinal nerves from the low back can actually become pinched when the spaces between vertebrae degenerate, or when abnormal bone growth forms. This is called lumbar stenosis, and can make many walking activities very painful. If left untreated, it can lead to tingling in the legs and even permanent weakness.
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