This self-directed learning module highlights the pathoanatomy and pathogenesis of lumbar spinal stenosis. The areas covered include assessment and therapeutic options in the rehabilitation of patients with degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis. It is part of the study guide on rehabilitation of orthopedic and rheumatologic disorders in the Self-Directed Physiatric Education Program for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Overall article objectives: (a) To summarize the evaluation and management of lumbar spinal stenosis and (b) to review the pathoanatomy and pathogenesis of lumbar degenerative spinal stenosis.