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Old 02-04-2004, 03:52 AM   #1
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Spinal Stenois and heel lifts?

I have been diagnosed with spinal stenois. Pain/numbness when walking
short distances - relieved by sitting or stopping for a few minutes.

One leg is slightly shorter than the other.

I have been reading and wonder if I should see a doctor about getting lifts for my shoes.

Any info about lifts/stenosis and the type of doctor I should see for this would be appreciated.
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Tom in central FL

 
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Re: Spinal Stenois and heel lifts?

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I have been diagnosed with spinal stenois. Pain/numbness when walking
short distances - relieved by sitting or stopping for a few minutes.

One leg is slightly shorter than the other.

I have been reading and wonder if I should see a doctor about getting lifts for my shoes.

Any info about lifts/stenosis and the type of doctor I should see for this would be appreciated.
Thanks
Tom in central FL
Hey Tom!

Orthotics can be prescribed by a podiatrist/orthopedic doctor but are expensive and depending on your diagnosis will determine if covered by a health plan, if you have one. You can look at any of the Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical policies about orthotics just to get some understanding.

Because you stated one leg is slightly shorter than the other, you have a good chance of getting benefits with a health plan, if I recall correctly.

 
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Re: Spinal Stenois and heel lifts?

My husband was dx with spinal stenoses 7 yrs.ago.The Neurosugeon did surgery on him,after 5 weeks he was able to go back to work in better shape that he was before.He also has special shoes he wears to keep his back fron hurting,as he wears his shoes down on one side real bad,lifts in between the shoe & sole.......

 
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Re: Spinal Stenois and heel lifts?

One of my 1st symptoms before my 1st surgery was pain and weakness in my legs. Walking short distances made my legs feel like I just completed a strenuous workout with my legs. I had to constantly sit and message my legs. After the surgery the aches and pains gradually went away. My legs are much better now and only feel the effects of walking up several flights of stairs.

Frank

 
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