09/03/2026
Lumbar spinal stenosis can make every step feel uncertain, but understanding the condition and your treatment options can help you move forward with greater confidence.
Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) becomes more common with age. It occurs when the spaces surrounding the nerve roots in the lower spine become narrowed. However, narrowing seen on an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI does not always produce symptoms.When the nerves are affected, standing or walking may bring on pa...