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Spondylolisthesis
* Spondylolysis
Degenerative SpondylolisthesisOsteoporosis 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 SpondylolisthesisDo 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. Share your own back pain story with the world by taking part in my interactive forum. Speak out now and make a difference! Please subscribe to my FREE E-Zine, The Cure Back Pain Forever Newsletter.
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