An X-Ray of the back is generally taken to diagnose Spondylolisthesis. Your doctor will check for any kind of fracture or crack in the vertebrae
or any slipped bone in the X-Ray, based on the results, the doctor may
suggest further CT Scan or MRI to move ahead with the right course of
treatment.
The treatment for Spondylolisthesis generally starts with restricting certain movements that can further cause any damage to the vertebrae. Physiotherapy is suggested to the patients to strengthen the core back and stomach muscles. Besides, pain killers and anti-inflammatory medicines are given to relieve the pain. If you are overweight, reducing some is always advised.
For patients with extreme cases, getting a surgery done is another good option. The surgery involves either removal of a slipped out bone/ tissue to reduce the pressure on the spinal cord or the bone can be fused back to the original position. But in certain cases, both of these processes are done simultaneously in the same surgery. Post the surgery, the patient has to wear a brace for some time. After rehabilitation, the person can get back to his routine life.
The treatment for Spondylolisthesis generally starts with restricting certain movements that can further cause any damage to the vertebrae. Physiotherapy is suggested to the patients to strengthen the core back and stomach muscles. Besides, pain killers and anti-inflammatory medicines are given to relieve the pain. If you are overweight, reducing some is always advised.
For patients with extreme cases, getting a surgery done is another good option. The surgery involves either removal of a slipped out bone/ tissue to reduce the pressure on the spinal cord or the bone can be fused back to the original position. But in certain cases, both of these processes are done simultaneously in the same surgery. Post the surgery, the patient has to wear a brace for some time. After rehabilitation, the person can get back to his routine life.
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