A 55 year-old woman complained of pain in the back, buttocks and thighs after walking a short distance. The pain was relieved with sitting, but not standing. Her neurological examination was normal.

Spondylosis, or spinal osteoarthritis, results from the degeneration of spinal discs and joints as a person ages, which can lead to stiffness and pain. Risk factors for spondylosis include genetics, ...

As you get older, your vertebrae (spinal bones) tend to wear down. The bony discs and joints can crack. You don’t have to have an injury, such as a fall, for this to happen. Wear and tear on any bone ...