December 2024 Healthy News from Chiropractic Solutions Chiropractic Management of Spondylolisthesis
PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS
While medicine is still studying the classification of degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic has gentle, pain-easing treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a typically cured condition, but one that reacts to control, often without surgery and with personal effort and special attention to movement. A condition characterized by the forward displacement of one vertebra on the one under it, resulting from degeneration of the spinal discs and joints, degenerative spondylolisthesis affects the lumbar spine and can lead to painful, numb, weak lower back and legs. Diagnosis involves a thorough analysis of symptoms, physical examination, and imaging exams like X-rays or MRI scans. Medicine is still exploring its classification as evidenced by a recent paper by Baykov (1). Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive approach to handling it, centering on restoring spinal alignment, reducing inflammation, and improving mobility. Chiropractic treatment as explained by Kruse et al (2) offers benefit for back pain in patients with spondylolisthesis and even related disc herniations. Care may involved spinal manipulation like Cox® Technic flexion distraction decompression, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle modifications to ease pain, enhance function, and boost overall well-being. With individualized San Jose chiropractic care at Chiropractic Solutions, individuals with degenerative spondylolisthesis can find some relief and get back their quality of life. Chiropractic Solutions is here to help!
TIP OF THE MONTH: Consider Stabilization Exercises for Spondylolisthesis
Segmental stabilization exercises have surfaced in recent studies as a highly effective approach for individuals diagnosed with spondylolisthesis. These targeted exercises focus on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles of the lumbar spine, leading to better core strength, enhanced spinal stability, and a reduction in pain and disability. In a recent systematic review and meta-analysis conducted by Lin et al. (3), the significant benefits of segmental stabilization exercises were evident, with patients experiencing improved pain management and functional outcomes, especially in cases of lumbar spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. The convincing evidence supports the integration of segmental stabilization exercises into rehabilitation programs, as they play a vital role in promoting patient recovery and enriching overall quality of life, the goal of care at our San Jose chiropractic office!
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