Which spinal diagnosis is described by a narrowing of the spinal canal that constricts nerve roots and results in radicular ache in the thigh,paresthesias into the leg,and disturbances in motor function?

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This description is consistent with spinal stenosis, as it involves a narrowing of the spinal canal that can compress nerve roots and cause symptoms such as radicular pain, paresthesias, and motor dysfunction. Lumbar spondylosis and spondylolisthesis are other spinal conditions that can cause similar symptoms, but do not necessarily involve stenosis or constriction of the spinal canal. A lumbar spine fracture may cause similar symptoms, but would require trauma or injury to the spine.

Which Spinal Diagnosis Is Described by a Narrowing of the Spinal