Unfortunately in our society Low back pain, and its associated problems, are very common stated by the National Health Institute and several research articles published in the Physical Therapy Journal.
Broken down, the word Stenosis means narrowing. When applied to the spine, Stenosis means a decrease of space in the spine.
Pain is caused by the stiffening into this position, and occasional pinching or irritation of the nerves and discs or vertebrae.
What can you do if you have Stenosis? See a Physical Therapist where you can learn exercises, to lengthen and strengthen muscles as well as assist you in getting your vertebrae moving more freely again.
To prevent it is best to start performing a daily stretching program, especially if you sit frequently, lengthening your hip flexors to avoid an anterior tug on the pelvis and spine.
For further details, and more pictures, visit NIH for their article on Spinal Stenosis.
Contributed by Dr. Alison Cupini
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