Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is the narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back, specifically in the lumbar region. This condition is a significant cause of disability in older individuals and the most important spinal surgery indication among patients older than 65 years. Despite the high global prevalence of LSS, a universally accepted definition and generally accepted radiologic diagnostic criteria for this condition currently do not exist.The constrictions occur at different vertebral sections by different mechanisms and compress different spinal cord sections. Thus, LSS can present variably and be easily confused with other clinical entities. Understanding this condition’s pathophysiology and evidence-based treatments can help healthcare professionals provide the best care for patients with LSS.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ competence in evaluating and managing LSS. This activity also equips learners to collaborate effectively with an interprofessional team caring for patients with this condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/24463
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adult Reconstruction, Foot and Ankle, General Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neuropathology (incl. Neuromuscular), Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Pain Medicine, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Sports Medicine, Surgery of the Spine