December 2024 Healthy News from Satterwhite Chiropractic Chiropractic Management of Spondylolisthesis
PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS
While medicine is still considering how to classify degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic offers gentle, pain-easing treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a commonly cured condition, but one that responds to control, often non-surgically and personally with special attention to movement. A condition characterized by the forward displacement of one vertebra over the one under it, resulting from degeneration of the spinal discs and joints, degenerative spondylolisthesis affects the lumbar spine and can lead to pain, numbness, and weakness in the lower back and legs. Diagnosis requires a thorough analysis of symptoms, physical examination, and imaging tests like X-rays or MRI scans. Medicine is still looking into its classification as evidenced by a recent paper by Baykov (1). Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive approach to managing it, focusing on restoring spinal alignment, reducing inflammation, and improving mobility. Chiropractic treatment as described by Kruse et al (2) offers benefit for back pain in patients with spondylolisthesis and even related disc herniations. Care may include spinal manipulation like Cox® Technic flexion distraction decompression, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle modifications to reduced pain, enhance function, and boost overall well-being. With individualized Oxford chiropractic care at Satterwhite Chiropractic, individuals with degenerative spondylolisthesis can find some relief and regain their quality of life. Satterwhite Chiropractic is here for you!
TIP OF THE MONTH: Consider Stabilization Exercises for Spondylolisthesis
Segmental stabilization exercises have emerged in recent studies as a highly effective approach for individuals dealing with spondylolisthesis. These targeted exercises focus on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles of the lumbar spine, leading to better core strength, boosted spinal stability, and a reduction in pain and disability. In a new systematic review and meta-analysis done by Lin et al. (3), the significant benefits of segmental stabilization exercises were apparent, with patients experiencing improved pain management and functional outcomes, particularly in cases of lumbar spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. The compelling evidence reinforces the integration of segmental stabilization exercises into rehabilitation programs, as they play a key role in promoting patient recovery and enhancing overall quality of life, a big aim of care at our Oxford chiropractic office!
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