Real-World Evaluation of an Interspinous Spacer Used for the Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Abstract

Indirect Decompression Systems (IDS) or Interspinous Spacers are an option in wellselected patients with impaired physical function who experience relief in flexion from symptoms of leg, buttock and/or groin pain due to lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). A growing body of published clinical evidence has demonstrated excellent long-term clinical benefit with sustained pain relief, improved quality of life and medication reduction up to 5-years post-implant. Here, we provide real-world outcomes in patients who used an Indirect Decompression System for LSS post one-year implant.