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Do you know what spinal stenosis is in the lower back?
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In general, 3: Central stenosis, lateral recess stenosis, or foraminal stenosis.
Answered 3/5/2014
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Not enough space...: Each bone in the spine has a space that contains the nerves. The space can get too narrow for the nerves to function normally. This is spinal stenosis. Most spinal stenosis is caused by degenerative disease: disc bulges, bone spurs from the facet joints, thickening of the ligaments. Symptoms can include leg pain, heaviness, tingling, etc, usually worse with standing or walking.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal usually due to arthritis, herniated discs or congenital.
Answered 9/28/2016
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