PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS
While medicine is still considering how to
classify degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic has
gentle, relieving treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a commonly
cured condition, but one that responds to control, manytimes
non-surgically and personally with
special attention to movement. A condition distinguished
by the forward displacement of one vertebra on |he one under
it, stemming from degeneration of the spinal discs and joints,
degenerative spondylolisthesis impacts 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 exploring its classification as
evidenced by a recent paper by Baykov (1). Chiropractic
care offers a non-invasive approach to managing it, centering
on the restoration of spinal alignment, the reduction of inflammation, and
the improvement of mobility. Chiropractic treatment as described
by Kruse et al (2) offers help 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 decrease
pain, enhance function, and heighten overall
well-being. With personalized Vancouver
chiropractic care at Vancouver Disc Centers, individuals with degenerative
spondylolisthesis can experience some relief and get back
their quality of life. Vancouver Disc Centers is here for you!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Lee Hazen on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about the use of The
Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management to ease the
pain of spondylolisthesis.
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 concentrate on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles
of the lumbar spine, leading to improved
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 clear,
with patients getting improved pain management and
functional outcomes, particularly in cases of lumbar
spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. The compelling evidence supports
the integration of segmental stabilization exercises into rehabilitation
programs, as they play a key role in furthering
patient recovery and enriching overall quality of life, a big
aim of care at our Vancouver chiropractic office!
Schedule your Vancouver chiropractic
appointment today with Vancouver Disc Centers!
We wish you the merriest of holidays! Happy
New Year!.
References for HEALTHY NEWS – December 2024