What Is
A vertebra slips forward most often in the lower back causing pain and nerve symptoms.
Spondylolisthesis?
Degenerative
Age related wear on discs and joints leads to slippage. Common cause, common pain.
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis
Neck vertebrae can also slip. Watch for neck pain, arm numbness, and weakness.
Cervical
Grade 1
:
Mild Slip
Less than 25% slippage. Often manageable with therapy and lifestyle tweaks.
Why
It Happens
and Extra weight adds risk.
Wear and tear
Injuries
Congenital issues
Genetics
Repetitive strain
Key
Symptoms
Altered gait
Low back pain
Leg pain (sciatica)
Tight hamstrings
Numbness/weakness
Spondylolisthesis
vs.
Spondylosis
Slip vs. general spine wear. One moves, the other degenerates.
Different
problems
different care.
How It’s
Diagnosed
Exam first. X-ray for slippage, MRI/CT for nerves.
Clear images, clear plan.
Treatment
Roadmap
Start conservative: PT, core work, posture, meds/injections, brace. Surgery for severe cases.
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