Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar spinal stenosis is characterized by the narrowing of the area in the lower spine. This part of the spine is responsible for carrying nerves to the lower extremities. When
we are born the area is quite small, and it becomes even smaller when the surrounding bone and tissue around it grows. Although an injury can increase the likelihood of developing lumbar spinal stenosis, it can also be the result of arthritis, and normal wear and tear on the spinal bones and joints. When the lumbar canal cannot move freely, the nerves in the accompanying area end up being squeezed. The end result in back pain
as well as leg pain and weakness. Since it is not always properly diagnosed, many adults live with lumbar spinal stenosis and do not even know it.
