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Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis is a condition that usually affects the L5 vertebra. The condition most commonly starts with a stress fracture or other defect in the spinal bone. This defect is called spondylolysis. If the fracture is bad enough, the actual vertebrae might shift forward and out of alignment with the rest of the spine.

Spondylolisthesis

* Spondylolysis

* Spondylolysis Symptoms

* Spondylolisthesis Treatment

* Spondylolysis Surgery

* Slipped Vertebrae

* Spondylolysis Pain

* Degenerative Spondylolysis

* Spondylolysis Therapy

* Isthmus Spondylolisthesis



Many people have this condition and do not even know about it. It is sometimes discovered by accident, when a person is undergoing an imaging study for a completely unrelated problem. The majority of people with this condition do not suffer any symptoms.

Degenerative Spondylolisthesis

Osteoporosis can weaken the spinal bones and cause a fracture, leading to vertebral slippage. This is relatively common in older people and can affect multiple spinal levels. It is also possible for the condition to start due to a degenerative process. As we age, the spinal bones can get weaker and less stable. This process is usually due to arthritis in the spine. In this scenario, a vertebral bone (usually L4) slips forward and out of alignment with the rest of the spine. There is no fracture in this situation, just too much movement in the affected vertebra. This problem can lead to increased bone spur formation and spinal stenosis. This condition is really a combination of spondylolysis, disc degeneration and osteoarthritis.

Recommendation on Spondylolisthesis

Do not be alarmed by minor vertebral slippage. It might look scary, but it is not inherently dangerous or painful. If you are recently experiencing symptoms, give it time.

If you have endured a broken vertebrae from trauma or a compression fracture, then there is a good reason for your symptoms. The fractured vertebrae is likely to be the cause of your pain. This discomfort WILL go away by itself, with minimal preventative care. If you have chronic pain from this condition, consider your treatment options carefully. Conservative treatment is generally better for the condition and better for the general health of the patient. As always, be extremely careful when considering a surgical solution for any form of back pain. Make sure to consider the many back surgery risks of an operation before acquiescing to a surgical solution.


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