Spinal Stenosis

Spinal Stenosis - How to prevent?

Spinal Stenosis - Causes and Risk Factors

What causes spinal stenosis?

This is usually due to structural changes from spondylosis, but may also be due to herniated discs, thickened ligaments, injuries, tumours and congenital disorders.

What are risk factors for spinal stenosis?

It usually affects those above the age of 50 years.

Spinal Stenosis - Preparing for surgery

Spinal Stenosis - Post-surgery care

Sport and Exercise Medicine,

Article contributed by SingHealth Duke-NUS Sport and Exercise Medicine Centre

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