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Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Understanding Your Options
Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) becomes more common with age. It occurs when the spaces surrounding the nerve roots in the lower spine become narrowed. However, narrowing seen on an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI does not always produce symptoms. When the nerves are affected, standing or walking may bring on pain, heaviness, cramping, numbness, or weakness in the buttocks and legs. Sitting or leaning forward often provides relief. The Good News A diagnosis of lumbar spinal stenosis does
Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 316 min read


Hand Osteoarthritis: Therapy, Exercise, and Nutrition
Osteoarthritis does not necessarily mean that pain and loss of function will continually worsen. There is often much that can be done to manage symptoms, maintain mobility, and keep the hands active.
Dr. Brian Abelson
Sep 19 min read


Frailty and Sarcopenia
Frailty and sarcopenia are not just medical terms. They are real conditions that shape how we walk through the world, how resilient we are to stress, and how long we can remain active and independent.
Dr. Brian Abelson
Nov 20, 20256 min read
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