• Narrowing of the spinal canal
• Symptoms may include numbness, weakness or pain in the back, legs and feet
• Cause may be due to heredity or as part of the aging process
• Cannot be spread from person to person
• Affects males and females
• Can occur at any age
• May be mild with few symptoms to severe and debilitating
• Not life threatening

• Exercise regularly, especially using a stationary bike or walking
• If symptoms are bad, rest until they have eased up, then continue with your exercise routine
• Maintain a healthy weight

FOR PAIN

• Apply hot or cold packs to the area
• Relaxation techniques
• Distraction
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen