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Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis

What is Spondylolisthesis?

Spondylolisthesis is a condition where one spinal bone (vertebrae) is not in alignment with the other. Typically, a slippage forward is found in the very low back at the 4th or 5th lumbar (low back) vertebrae. This is due to a stretching out of the ligaments that hold the bones together or possibly a fracture. With poor posture and weakened abdominals as well as spinal muscles, the increase in the angle of the spine becomes too much over time and misalignment of the bones occurs.

Symptoms can be mild such as general fatigue to the low back, achy pain or severe symptoms if there is compression on the nerves exiting the spine or spinal cord. There are varying degrees of severity. Most fall into a mild to moderate category that can be stabilized with improved posture and muscle strengthening. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to fuse the area and bring stability back.

How physical therapy helps

Physical therapy helps to bring stability and support to the low back pain allowing the muscles to create more support for the overstretched ligaments. Our Austin Manual Therapy Associates physical therapists work with you and your physician to create a program that improves mobility in other spinal areas that may be inflexible, strengthen key muscles to stabilize the spine and educate you on the proper techniques to maintain spinal stability.

Other areas may need to be addressed such as hip weakness, poor balance or radiating symptoms to the legs. Physical therapy can help treat the root source of these symptoms and get you back to feeling great quickly. In the event that surgery is required, we will be with you every step of the way to ensure a thorough recovery. Request your appointment at Austin Manual Therapy Associates today to find relief for your spondylolisthesis.
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Austin Manual Therapy

Austin Manual Therapy

Contact Details 3508 Far West Blvd #240, Austin, TX, 78731 (737) 358-2511 (512) 832-9401 howdy@austinmanualtherapy.com
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