I have benn diagnosed with Lombar spinal stenosis almost three years ago. I was in so much pain but I wouldn t take the opiods that were prescribed. I started walking every day and eventually stopped driving. I have had no pain for two years. Am I in remission and will the pain return?
Hello! Welcome on Chat Doctor ! Unfortunately this is a chronic and progressive disorder. I am glad that you have been pain free for all this time! But, we can not predict if or when the pain will come back again. I would just recommend following your actual physical regimen, avoid weight lifting and try to lose some pounds if you are overweight. In case of difficulty walking, I would recommend performing a new MRI of the lumbar spine. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best wishes,