Spinal Stenosis
From the plain-English glossary.
Definition
Narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve exits, usually age-related, classically producing leg symptoms with walking that ease when sitting.
Why it matters to you
The shopping-cart-lean sign. Care can't widen bone but often meaningfully extends walking tolerance.
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