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What is Spondylolisthesis?

Spondylolisthesis

If you’ve ever asked your doctor, “What is spondylolisthesis?,” it may be because you’re already suffering from the symptoms of pain, weakness, tingling, or immobility that accompany the condition. And, as with any medical issue, educating yourself about the problem is the first step towards finding relief.

Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which one vertebra slips over the vertebra directly beneath it. Spondylolisthesis can happen in any region of the spine, but is most common in the spine’s lumbar (or lower back) region, between the L4 vertebra and the L5 vertebra. Arthritis and other degenerative disorders are the most common causes of spondylolisthesis in adults.

Treatment Options

You should be aware of all your options for knowing how to treat spondylolisthesis, and you should also keep in mind that a spinal operation is not your only choice. After your doctor has completed a full physical exam and performed an MRI or CT scan, he or she will most likely recommend a course of conservative, non-invasive treatment that includes the following:

  • Mild stretching, yoga, and gentle, low-impact exercise like swimming or walking
  • Pain medication, either prescription or over-the-counter
  • Alternating hot and cold therapy
  • Slow-release steroid injections to reduce inflammation and pain

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However, conservative therapies are not effective for every individual and a surgical solution may seem like the only answer. If you would like to explore minimally invasive alternatives to traditional surgeries, the experts at Laser Spine Institute (LSI) are ready to tell you about our state-of-the-art endoscopic procedures, which are performed on an outpatient basis and offer greatly expedited recovery periods. We’ve helped tens of thousands of people rediscover lives without pain. Contact us today for a free review of your MRI or CT scan.

Please note: Laser Spine Institute currently does not perform endoscopic procedures on the thoracic spine.

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