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- Aesculap® SOCON® SRI: Spondylolisthesis Reduction Instrument
Spondylolisthesis is a common cause of lumbar symptoms and may require surgical correction.
- Anatomy of Spondylolisthesis
To better understand why spondylolisthesis can cause low back pain and a change in body appearance such as swayback, it helps to know about basic spinal anatomy. Explains how vertebrae work together to help you move.
- Bracing for Spondylolisthesis
Depending on the severity of your spondylolisthesis, your doctor may have you wear a brace or corset to help support your spine. You won't have to wear it all the time; your doctor will create a treatment plan just for you.
- Causes of Spondylolisthesis
There are different types of spondylolisthesis. It all depends on the original cause: what made your vertebra slip forward? It could be a fracture or a tumor or even surgery. Basic article explains spondylolisthesis classification system.
- Chiropractic Care for Spondylolisthesis
Patients with spondylolisthesis, and disturbed pelvic and spinal mechanics because of this condition, will find chiropractic to be a very good approach to relieving their back pain. Article explains chiropractic techniques to relieve pain.
- Clinical Trials for Spondylolisthesis
You may qualify for expert spondylolisthesis treatment at leading medical facilities.
- Common Spondylolithesis Questions
Common questions patients ask about spondylolisthesis including treatment.
- Degenerative Spondylolisthesis of the Lumbar Spine
Low back and leg pain are common symptoms of degenerative spondylolisthesis. This article covers non-surgical treatments, including exercise, bracing, and medications. It also discusses surgery, although few patients will require that.
- Drugs and Medications for Spondylolisthesis
A lot of the pain from spondylolisthesis can be handled with over-the-counter medications (such as Tylenol). If you need something stronger to relieve your pain, your doctor may prescribe medication or recommend an injection.
- Exams and Tests for Spondylolisthesis
Most people find out they have spondylolisthesis when they have an x-ray for another problem, and it reveals a slipped vertebra. Doctors will then order other tests to confirm the diagnosis, such as a CT scan.
- Facts and Tips about Spondylolisthesis
True or False? Spondylolisthesis is a common cause of back pain in teenagers.
- How Doctors Treat Spondylolisthesis
Sometimes spondylolisthesis doesn't require treatment. If the vertebra isn’t expected to slip more, you may just need to rest and stop doing activities that cause pain. However, if you need surgery, here’s important information to know.
- Isthmic Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis in Adults
Isthmic spondylolisthesis involves the breakage of a bone in the low back that allows the vertebra to slip forward. Read this article to understand the causes of isthmic spondylolisthesis. Several illustrations show you how it develops.
- Isthmic Spondylolisthesis and Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
Isthmic spondylolisthesis should be differentiated from degenerative spondylolisthesis, which occurs due to the aging process along with the development of marked facet joint arthritis with rotatory vertebral slip.
- Isthmic Spondylolisthesis: Adult Slip Progression
In the last decade, adult onset slip progression, spondylolisthesis, was recognized and described in the medical literature as a distinct clinical entity causing severe incapacitating back and leg pain.
- Isthmic Spondylolisthesis: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Serial x-rays (radiographs) of the lumbar spine may be helpful to establish a diagnosis of isthmic spondylolisthesis. These x-rays are taken over a period of several years.
- Management of Isthmic Spondylolisthesis in Adults
The use of modern spinal instrumentation eliminates the need for post-operative bracing. Soon after surgery, the patient can get on his feet and walk, as tolerated.
- Minimally Invasive TLIF
Although still being studied, the use and effectiveness of minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) seems to be very promising.
- Minimally Invasive TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion)
PLIF and TLIF are two different types of fusion surgeries that may be effective in the treatment of spinal instability including spondylolisthesis, degenerative disc disease, or spinal nerve compression.
- Non-surgical Treatments for Spondylolisthesis
Most patients with a spondylolisthesis will not need spine surgery to treat this low back problem. Information about 6 nonsurgical treatments is offered.
- Physical Therapy for Spondylolisthesis
Physical therapy is an often-used treatment option for spondylolisthesis. You'll strengthen the muscles that support the spine, and you'll learn how to keep your spine safe. If you have pain, though, the first goal will be to relieve that.
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF)
PLIF is a spinal fusion that is performed from the back, by placing bone or cages within the disc space. Learn more about this effective surgical treatment here.
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF): Advantages and Indications
The advantages and indications of a posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) procedure are outlined.
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF): Clinical Results and References
As minimal access techniques and fusion biotechnology continue to develop, clinical outcomes will continue to improve.
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF): Spinal Stabilization
Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) is useful in the correction of degenerative lumbar deformity such as spondylolisthesis or scoliosis.
- Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF): Surgical Techniques
Pedicle screws may be used in conjunction with a posterior lumbar interbody fusion surgery to complete correction of a spondylolisthesis.
- Rest as a Treatment Option for Spondylolisthesis
Doctors no longer recommend extensive bed rest for back pain caused by spondylolisthesis. They may suggest two to three days, and you may need to take a break from activities that cause pain or make it worse.
- Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis is a disorder where one vertebra slips over the adjacent vertebra. This disorder primarily affects the elderly as a degenerative disease but can be congenital or discovered early in life.
- Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis can be present at birth, develop during childhood or later in life. The disorder may result from the physical stresses to the spine from carrying heavy things, weightlifting, gymnastics, and general wear and tear.
- Spondylolisthesis and Pregnancy
Pregnancy is hard on your back, especially if you have a pre-existing spinal disorder, such as spondylolisthesis. Article includes ways to improve your health before getting pregnant. Exercising abdominal muscles reduces back pain during pregnancy.
- Spondylolisthesis Diagnosis and Treatment
Spondylolisthesis Condition Center offers complete information on treatment, diagnosis and recovery.
- Spondylolisthesis Prevention and Relief
These 10 tips can help you to prevent spondylolisthesis and aid during your recovery.
- Spondylolisthesis Surgery for Children
If your child is having surgery for spondylolisthesis, you may be concerned about whether it will improve your child's posture and walk. Article addresses what spondylolisthesis is and what your child can expect from surgery and recovery.
- Spondylolisthesis: An x-ray of a healthy spine without Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis, an X-ray showing a healthy spine without spondylolisthesis.
- Spondylolisthesis: An x-ray of a spine with a slippage at L5-S1.
Spondylolisthesis; x-ray of a spine with a slippage at L5-S1.
- Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment
This in-depth discussion about spondylolisthesis explains what causes a vertebra to slip, what the different grades of slippage look like, who’s at risk, what symptoms (including low back pain) patients may have, and the treatment options.
- Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment
Figure 2 of article entitled - Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment illustrates a broken pars articularis.
- Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment
Figure 3 of article entitled - Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment is a lateral x-ray view of this disorder (one vertebra slipped forward).
- Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment
Figure 4 of article entitled - Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment is an x-ray showing where a lumbar vertebra has slid forward onto the vertebra below.
- Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment
Figure 1 of article entitled - Spondylolisthesis: Back Condition and Treatment pictures a normal lumbosacral spine.
- Spondylolisthesis: Diagram of L5 vertebra sitting correctly on the sacrum
Spondylolisthesis: diagrams of L5 vertebrae sitting correctly and incorrectly on the sacrum.
- Spondylolisthesis: Picture of a typical brace used in treating spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis; picture of a typical brace used in treating spondylolisthesis.
- Spondylolisthesis: Treatment, Restrictions, Bracing, Medication
Approximately 5% of the population has a spondylolisthesis, but many of those people will never need any treatment. The grade of slip (grades 1-5) and your symptoms will help determine your treatment. You may need bed rest, medications, or bracing.
- Spondylolisthesis: Treatment, Restrictions, Bracing, Medication
Figure 5 of article entitled - Spondylolisthesis: Treatment, Restrictions, Bracing, Medication. A lumbosacral orthotic (brace) is pictured.
- Spondylolisthesis; Surgical Procedures, Preparation, and Postoperative Care
Be prepared for surgery with this article, which covers all aspects of before, during, and after your procedure. An excellent article for anyone who has questions about what happens once you get to the hospital.
- Spondylolysis
Spondylolysis results from a weakness in a section of the vertebra called the pars interarticularis; a thin bony part of the spine. Low back pain is a common symptoms.
- Surgery for Spondylolisthesis
Not very many patients will need surgery for spondylolisthesis. Read what circumstances can lead to surgery. Also explains the various surgical options.
- Symptoms of Spondylolisthesis
Some people live with a spondylolisthesis without knowing it! Listed here are the common symptoms associated with a forward slip of a vertebra.
- What is Spondylolisthesis?
Spondylolisthesis occurs when one of the spine's vertebrae slips forward over the vertebra beneath it. Most commonly, that happens in the low back (the lumbar spine). Learn the basics of this spinal condition.
