Running with lumbar spinal stenosis?

Asked by: Jamie Chase

Check with your surgeon to see if there is any reason why you should not run. Your note does not indicate any problems, so you should be able to continue to gradually increase your running, keeping in mind that the degenerative changes in your spine create greater stress on the muscles of the back.

How do you fix spinal stenosis without surgery?

Nonsurgical Treatment Options for Spinal Stenosis

1. Steroid Injections. Epidural steroid injections are commonly used to provide long-term pain relief. …
2. DRX9000. …
3. Medication. …
4. Physical Therapy. …
5. Correcting Posture. …
6. Permanent Lifestyle Changes. …
7. Facet Blocks. …
8. Radiofrequency Ablation.