Health Library
The Health Library is a collection of health and wellness resources created for learning and accessibility. Select a topic below for related health information or search for a topic in the search bar for more information on other medical conditions.
Spinal Stenosis
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Compare the pros and cons of having surgery for spinal stenosis.
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Hear what others thought about when deciding whether to have back surgery.
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Learn how surgery for spinal stenosis pain is done and how long it takes to recover.
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Learn how home treatment and physical therapy can help you avoid surgery.
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The purpose of physical therapy is to decrease pain and allow you to gradually return to your normal activities. Physical therapy for spinal stenosis involves treatment with physical or mechanical means, such as through exercise or heat. Physical therapy may reduce pain in the soft tissues (such as the muscles...