Sign 2: Leg Pain Brought on by Walking
Neurogenic claudication describes a specific type of cramping, aching, or heaviness in your calves and thighs that strictly occurs when you walk or stand for extended periods. Unlike vascular claudication caused by poor blood circulation, this pain stems entirely from pinched nerves in your lower back. You might dismiss this leg fatigue as a sign that you are simply out of shape or suffering from mild arthritis. However, if sitting down quickly resolves your leg pain, you are likely experiencing a primary symptom of spinal canal narrowing.
