Spinal Stenosis, 3 months Post Surgery: Ambulation 1
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Dr. T, an 83 year-old pathologist with a diagnosis of spinal stenosis, spinal fusion and laminectomy of C3-C7, ambulates in physical therapy with the aide of a platform walker. The therapist gives assistance and verbal cues.
Dr. T, an 83 year-old pathologist with a diagnosis of spinal stenosis, spinal fusion and laminectomy of C3-C7, ambulates in physical therapy with the aide of a platform walker. The therapist gives assistance and verbal cues.
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