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. 2013 Sep;57(3):189–204.
Neurogenic Claudication Clinical Prediction Rule (Score of ≥ 7)
Age 60–70 ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Age >70 ................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Onset over 6 months ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
Symptoms improve when bending forward ............................................................................................................................ 2
Symptoms improve when bending backward ......................................................................................................................... −2
Symptoms exacerbated while standing ................................................................................................................................... 2
Intermittent claudication symptoms (symptoms while walking and relieved by rest) ........................................................... 1
Urinary incontinence ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
Total .............................................................................................................................................................................. ________

Adapted from: Sugioka T, Hayashino Y, Konno S, Kikuchi S, Fukuhara S. Predictive value of self-reported patient information for the identification of lumbar spinal stenosis. Fam Pract 2008;25:237–244.