Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Common Among Elderly

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a debilitating condition associated with the degeneration of the spine, which can have a wide range of symptoms including back pain, leg pain, numbness and tingling in the legs, and reduced physical function. A review of data from 41 published studies found that the prevalence of lumbar spinal stenosis in the general population can range from 11%-39%, depending on diagnostic criteria. Doctors of chiropractic are trained to diagnose degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis and offer conservative treatment options such as spinal manipulation, exercise, and nutritional counseling. European Spine Journal, February 2020