Spinal Stenosis And Walking Problems - Learn To Walk More Comfortably Without Spinal Stenosis

Thank you very much for this very informative video. Having lived with progressive difficulty walking and forward leaning posture as you describe, I have viewed many videos on the subject, but yours is the best in explaining clearly the pathophysiology of spinal stenosis and practical approach to alleviate the discomfort. Please bring more of such helpful videos. Thanks again and more power to you 👏👏👏👏👏

I use hiking poles that I use when walking any distance. My Physical Therapist got me started using these and they have been a life changer for me. They allow me to stand straighter and help with balance. I also have a seat walker as this allows me to go places where I'm not sure I will find seating.

Your advice is absolutely correct. I have stenosis and spondy in my lumbar spine and these tips have helped me avoid surgery so far.

Thank you for your well done video. I tried the hip flexor stretches as you showed them and I had immediate relief. I don’t expect it to be a miracle cure but have extreme pain from lumbar stenosis. The best advice I can give anyone is treatment is multi disciplinary approach. Each thing I do helps somewhat, keep learning and being open to try different approaches. Thank you again. ❤

I appreciate your thorough explanation. My doctor has not even explained this as well as you have. Thank you!

Thanks so much. I’ve never heard anyone explain this before in the manner you describe. I’m impressed! 👍

I have both types of stenosis in my lumbar and neck. And arthritis in them both😢 So much pain. I’m trying to help myself by watching these videos. Thank you for your video. I appreciate your advise ✌️🌹

Very good information and well explained. Thank you for the tips and I look forward to future videos!

I was diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis after taking a crashing sideways fall from my bicycle following a sudden front wheel puncture. I had an epidural but wasn't aware of any relief. I'm fortunate that pain per se is not my problem, which is more of a projected weakness through the hips to the legs that the use of two walking canes (adjustable) offsets and enables me to walk for modest distances without undue difficulty. I am also lucky that flexing the legs from the hips is not a bar to taking up a driving seat position in my car (an automatic which assists in limiting leg and hip movement while driving). Sitting and sleeping generally requires sensible positioning and initial rising from a seated position can be akin to something of a physical "kick-start" to get moving. But once on the go, things can get a little easier, although the body soon lets me know otherwise on occasions. It's a question of using the body sensibly in exercise and some indoor work-outs (e.g. leg raises and leg swings while supported between two firm surfaces by the arms (think of being between parallel bars in a gym) help keep flexibility and muscle groups of the back and hips usefully employed. Thanks for your clear video and its matter of fact message about what is possible and useful in my 80th year. I think that my weight training interests in younger days have been a defensive factor is lessening the effect of my fall and the likelihood of even more concerning results - like a fractured pelvis etc. in that unwelcome road accident some years ago.

Good job ladies. So a speedy decision is not in the mail.Good ,I hope they get it right.

Yes that's exactly what I need I think that's what I have I'm going to attempt to try some of these exercises to see if they might help me. Thank u for sharing ur informative video. I really enjoyed it alot

Great job , very informative

Very many thanks indeed for a great video Dr, this will really help my husband a great deal. Much appreciated.

Good video thank you for explaining this! Very helpful.

THANK YOU , I AM HAVING THIS BACK PROUBLES..

Great videos/insights. Cheers.

Very helpful video. Thank you!

Thank you so much for this info, I have watched quite a few of your videos & they are extremely helpful. I have had a hip replacement for 24 years, knee replacement for 6 years, now my left hip is going & have degeneration on the spine....all of your exercises are helping....thanks again. Xx

I have a walker with raised arm rests so that I don’t bend. It is like a breath of fresh air! After 10 spinal surgeries, stenosis and scoliosis, I can walk upright without discomfort with this walker, but I admit, the walker is more cumbersome. I recently saw one made of lightweight fabric, perhaps my next purchase.😊

Thank you for sharing this information 🙂