Spinal Stenosis: The Extension-Intolerant Spine

Spinal Stenosis: The Extension-Intolerant Spine is based on Chapter 3 of Safe Movement for All Spines. Learn how multidisciplinary approaches can organize movement effectively for pain relief, strength, flexibility, and long-term quality of life.  This module includes information about degenerative disc disease (DDD) and degenerative joint disease (DJD), also called spondylosis, common causes of stenosis. 

Learn how to help the person with spinal stenosis find more comfort and ease in movement based on the causes for, and location of, their spinal stenosis.  Exercises to strengthen without exacerbating pain help the person find long-term solutions for an active life.