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Does neurogenic claudication only occur when the spine is extended?
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No: No, neurogenic claudication occurs when the nerve/nerve root is irritated--usually flexion for a disc bulge/herniation & extension for stenosis/spurs. Definitely positional.
Answered 12/5/2012
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