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December 26, 2008 - 7:37pm
spinal stenosis and lifting?
I just got the diagnosis of LSS and will be calling an orthopedist who does the X-stop procedure for an appointment. But in the meantime I just wanted to ask you all if anyone knows if someone with a moderate stenosis and pretty bad symptoms should restrict their lifting? Does lifting aggravate the condition in any way? I'm asking because my job involves lifting up to 50 pounds.
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If I were you I would error on the side of lifting restrictions. I am pre-surgery neck, and I have been advised to lift no more than 5-10lbs. My concern for you would be doing further damage, however your doctor/perhaps pt. would be the best to advise based on your individual situation. ps. welcome to spine health, we are all here to help.
take care, Ell
Thanks for the input. When I go see the orthopedist, I'll definitely ask him if there are lifting restrictions.
to never lift more then ten pounds for the rest of my life so that is what i do. I do not want another surgery so i'm being a good girl!!
Evelyn
Lumbar fusion of L4/L5 on 7-12-07 for severe DDD and Lumbar Lamminectomy for severe Spinal Stenosis. I have first stages of Osteoporosis. Had surgery on 3-10-08 for 17 cm Tumor on right hip and continuing to right pelvic area!! Also with back surgery had one level fusion after disk was removed and surgery was done PLIF with BMP. Surgery for herniated bowel on 11/29/10, 15 cm hernia.