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What Is Spondylolisthesis And Do You Have It?
The spine has many vertabrae and spondylolisthesis is a
degeneration of a articulating (exterior) part of the vertabrae
that reduces its integrity, strength, support and flexibility.
The articulating part that is affected is in the rear of the
vertabrae and tends to be located in L5 or L4 of the lumbar
(lower back). It can range from a rating of 1-5, 5 being the
most severe and 1 the least.
Spondylolisthesis affects athletes in sports that require a wide
range of movement and flexability. Adolescents may have this
condition and not exhibit any symptoms. Whether the condition is
a rating of 1 or 5, the patient may exhibit extreme discomfort,
lack of mobility, even loss of sensation in an extremity
(usually the left leg).
In cases of high levels of discomfort spinal fusion is the best
course of treatment. Usually the lower vertebrae is fused to the
affected vertabrae (ie. L4 and L5 are the most common to be
fused) and held in place with titanium screws and either rods or
a plate. The surgery can take 4 hours and is a very painful
experience. The spinal fusion can take 6-12 months for recovery.
The pain associated with the 1st month of recovery is quite
extreme and will require mobility assistance, physical therapy
and the use of a walker. It is important to note that no
surgical
procedure is 100% successful in releaving all of the
patients symptoms. This fusion procedure is documented to have
an 80% success rate in alleviating all of the patients
complaints and symptoms. At these levels most patients and their
doctors concur that spinal fusion is the best option and the
prognosis is relatively good. If you are considering a spinal
fusion or have Spondylolisthesis seek the advice of a orthopedic
surgeon.
Spondylolisthesis can cause great discomfort and tends to be
brought on by physical accidents - falls, automotive accidents,
etc... It can be a preexisting condition but is usually worsened
due to the physical accident. Spinal fusion, therapy, and
special exercises along with changes in routine can help to
alleviate this condition. Spondylolisthesis can be cured and/or
treated - early treatment is the key as it can lead to bone
degeneration and loss of sensation when left untreated.
About the author:
David Maillie is a chemist with over 12 years experience in
biochemical research and clynical analysis. He is an alumni of
Cornell University and specializes in biochemical synthesis for
public, private, and governmental interests. He can be reached
at M.D. Wholesale: http://www.bestskinpeel.com,
http://www.bestdomainsyahoo.com and http://www.mdwholesale.com.
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