Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis- Pinched Nerve in the Lower Back

Lumbar foraminal stenosis is a condition where the hole the nerve exits from becomes narrowed and traps the nerve (pinched nerve). Since the hole changes in size with forward and backward bending, leg pain occurs when the patient stands and walks and reduces with sitting or bending forward. The anatomy of the lumbar spine and mechanics of this condition is discussed with this video: Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis-Pinched Nerve in the Lower Back.

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About the Author: Donald Corenman, MD, DC

Donald Corenman, MD, DC is a highly-regarded spine surgeon, considered an expert in the area of neck and back pain. Trained as both a Medical Doctor and Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Corenman earned academic appointments as Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and his research on spine surgery and rehabilitation has resulted in the publication of multiple peer-reviewed articles and two books.