Walking and Gait Analysis in Patients After Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Surgery Compared to Healthy Individuals

What this Trial Is About

Lumbar spinal stenosis LSS is a condition where the spinal canal narrows, compressing nerves and causing back and leg pain, weakness, and walking difficulties. It mainly affects people over 50, with symptoms worsening during walking or standing due to nerve compression. This study compares walking patterns between patients who have undergone LSS surgery and healthy individuals to better understand the impact of LSS on gait. Participants include those who had LSS surgery between 6 weeks and 3 months prior and healthy controls. Researchers will assess disability, pain, quality of life, and walking ability using tools like the Oswestry Disability Index, Visual Analog Scale for pain, SF-12 quality of life questionnaire, a 10-meter walk test, and a wearable gait analysis system called BTS G-Walk. During the study, participants will complete questionnaires and perform a walking test while wearing the gait analysis device to measure walking speed, step length, and gait patterns. The data collected will help evaluate differences in gait between LSS patients and healthy people. The study may last up to 3 months post-surgery for patients, with assessments taking about 30 minutes per participant.

Gait Assessment in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis