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By Mayo Clinic staffSome people may ignore the symptoms of spinal stenosis, believing that the pain and stiffness they experience are a normal part of aging. But discomfort that interferes with your mobility is not normal. Seek medical advice if you have pain, stiffness, numbness or weakness in your back, legs, neck or shoulders that's not related to exercise or overexertion.
Spinal stenosis is especially likely if you have leg pain that gets worse when you walk and improves when you sit or bend forward. Get immediate care if you suddenly have trouble controlling your bowels or bladder.
