Spondylolisthesis is a common condition that can cause significant pain and discomfort. At the Marc Bony Chiropractic Center in Mataró, we offer effective chiropractic treatments to help relieve symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Spondylolisthesis in Mataro
Definition
It's hard to say—and even harder to spell—but spondylolisthesis (patro-dih-low-lis-te-sis) is a spinal condition that occurs when one vertebra slips over another. Sometimes, a defect in the bone itself, called spondylolysis, causes the condition. This condition usually occurs in the lumbar region of the spine.
Symptoms
Symptoms include pain in the lower back, legs, or thighs; muscle spasms; and stiffness in the hamstrings. Nerve damage may also occur. The condition may be present at birth or develop in late childhood or adulthood. It may result from strain on the spine caused by lifting heavy objects, trauma (e.g., sports injuries, gymnastics, soccer, etc.), or age-related wear and tear on the spine.
Some people with spondylolisthesis have no symptoms at all; the condition is diagnosed based on an X-ray. Others may develop a swayback posture, have a protruding abdomen, or develop a shorter torso.
Treatment
The approach to this condition can range from «watchful waiting» to something as drastic as spinal fusion surgery.
Age, the severity of symptoms, and the degree of displacement will play an important role in determining the recommended course of action.
Chiropractic Care It has produced some very positive results in cases of spondylolisthesis, especially when adjustments are applied to the spinal segments directly above and below the one affected by spondylolisthesis.
Therefore, specific adjustment techniques are applied directly above the spondylolitic vertebra. One of the main goals of your chiropractic care, in addition to relieving the subluxation, is to strengthen the muscles that support the affected area, which increases spinal flexibility and mobility.
Another goal is to teach people how to avoid straining their backs so that they don't suffer another injury.
Please let us know if you have any of the symptoms described above. We're here to answer your questions and put your mind at ease!
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