Biography:
Professor Youssef Masharawi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Tel Aviv University. A licensed physiotherapist, he specializes in spinal disorders, integrating manual therapy, biomechanics, and rehabilitation science. He holds a Ph.D. in Anatomy and Anthropology from Tel Aviv University and completed postdoctoral research in Denmark. He leads the Spinal Research Laboratory, focusing on clinical, functional, and epidemiological aspects of spinal health. Professor Masharawi has published extensively, teaches undergraduate and graduate courses, and mentors research students. He also promotes diversity as head of the Arab Integration Committee at Tel Aviv University and is active in international spine research societies.
Title : The clinical status of patients with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis(LSS) reflects their individual decision to undergo or defer Lumbar Spinal Surgery (LSS)