Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis occurs when a spinal bone (vertebra) slips out of proper alignment in comparison to the bone below it. It can cause a pinched nerve and long-lasting discomfort. Spondylolisthesis treatment at Balderston Chiropractic can offer you relief.
What are the symptoms of spondylolisthesis?
Some common signs and symptoms of spondylolisthesis include:
- Muscle tightness
- Low back pain
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Weakness
- Stiffness
- Tenderness
- Muscle spasms
- Radiating pain
Symptoms might be mild, moderate, or severe. Some people don’t have any symptoms at all, but imaging procedures help your spine specialist detect spondylolisthesis.
What are the risk factors for spondylolisthesis?
While spondylolisthesis can happen to anybody, certain factors increase your risk of developing it. Examples include:
- Arthritis
- Disc diseases
- Genetics
- Birth defects
- Age-related wear-and-tear
- Overuse injuries
- Older age
- Being a woman
- Bone diseases
- Fractures
Being in a car accident and certain sports activities, such as football, weightlifting, and gymnastics also boost your risk of developing spondylolisthesis.
How is spondylolisthesis diagnosed?
To find out if you have spondylolisthesis, Dr. Balderston reviews your symptoms and asks questions about your medical history. They complete a physical exam and might use X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, or other imaging procedures to diagnose your condition.
How is spondylolisthesis treated?
Balderston Chiropractic offers numerous spondylolisthesis treatments, including:
Spinal decompression
Spine specialists at Balderston Chiropractic offers revolutionary technology for advanced spinal decompression (spinal traction), to alleviate nerve impingement, increase blood flow, and improve spinal alignment..
Don’t live with spondylolisthesis pain when noninvasive solutions are within reach at Balderston Chiropractic. Read more about spondylolisthesis by reading our article. Schedule your next appointment by phone or online today.
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