Dr. Jiwu Chen

Dr. Jiwu Chen
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Sports-related back and leg pain

What exercise is suitable for lumbar spinal stenosis?

Author: Dr. Jiwu Chen

Doctor’s answer

Cycling, swimming, interval walking, core stability, and hip strengthening are often preferred. Leg pain or numbness after walking a distance that improves with bending forward or resting may indicate neurogenic claudication. Progressive weakness, bowel or bladder changes, or saddle numbness requires prompt medical attention.

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