Question 1

need expert advice. what in the world is spondylothesis?

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Change in alignment: Spondylolisthesis is a term used to describe a slip of one vertebrae in relation an adjacent vertebrae. The condition can be congenital (you are born with it) or degenerative (due to wear and tear on the joints of the spine) or traumatic (from a fracture or ligamentous injury).

Question 2

i was wondering what are the different levels of spondylothesis?

Accepted Answer

If you mean what are: The grades which depends on the degree of slippage of one vertebral body over the other they are from 0 to 5 with 0 no slip and 5 completely off. 1 is under 25%, 2 &lt;50%, 3&lt;75% ; 4&lt;100%.  There are different types: congenital, degenerative, traumatic, etc.  They can occur at different levels of the spine as well.

Question 3

are spondylosis and spondylothesis the same thing?

Accepted Answer

No spondylosis is   : Spine degeneration with aging but accelerated by factors such as smoking, deformity, obesity to name a few.  Genetics play a role. It may lead to instability ; deformity or even spinal stenosis.  Disc surgery will accelerate process as can a fusion leading to adjacent level changes.  Spondylolithesis is an instability of spine that can arise from spondylosis but can be genetic or from injury.

Question 4

is it possible that spondylothesis be aggrevated by a car accident?

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Yes: Any chronic back condition can be exacerbated by an injury such as a car accident.

Question 5

i have been diagnosed with spondylothesis about 4 years ago. these past 4 days i have been in excruciatingpain. 9/10!! i can't make it through a 8 hour work day. i can't pick up my daughter. the pain is unreal. my only relief is when bend over. ?

Accepted Answer

Spondylolisthesis: Spondylolisthesis at your age means there may be a weakness of the bones called a pars defect.  It allows for abnormal translation (slippage) of one bone on the other.  It is a chronic problem but can cause acute pain like you are having by its effect on the disc between the bones: it may be now bulging out or "herniated".  You should see your doctor for some treatment.

Question 6

please help! what is the best way to releieve pain for spondylothesis other the streching and being hunched over?

Accepted Answer

Depends on type of: Spondylolisthesis &amp; if Any associated conditions  as disc herniation &amp;/or spinal stenosis.  Most treated non op with good weight control, avoiding tobacco, regular exercise including flexibility, core strengthening &amp; cardio workouts.  A back support &amp; OTC meds can help.  If not see a spine specialist for further evaluation with possible PT, meds, injections or even surgery if no improvement.

Question 7

what happens if i have pars defect, spondylothesis and scoliosis can i still join the marines?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: There is usually a problem with physical activity and defects of spine. Current or history of spondylolysis (congenital  or acquired) and spondylolisthesis (congenital ( or acquired) are disqualifying for armed forces. Scoliosis with lumbar curvature greater than 20 degrees is disqualifying.

Question 8

i had degenerative disc disease, degenerative bone disease, spondylothesis, l4 an ad l5, etc fusion surgery 3 weeks ago. leg is now very painful?

Accepted Answer

You need to: contact your surgeon immediately, because this could be a post-operative infection or other complication.  Radiation down to your leg could come from nerve compression or venous thrombophlebitis, both serious conditions.

Question 9

i was recently diagnosed with lumbar stenosis, lumbar radiculopathy and spondylothesis. i was recomended laminectomy. i have no pain in the leg, just chronic low basinpain since 2009. will the laminectomy help?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Your neurosurgeon who knows your case and history would be the best source to determine whether this procedure will help.

Question 10

hello , really scared , looking for answers ....... my mri reads l4-l5 moderate bilateral foraminal narrowing due to disk bulging and facet hypertrophy. no central stenosis ....... i was told by my dr via x rays i have spondylothesis about 25 percent ....

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See answer: Spondylolisthesis is a forward slippage of the 5th(usually)Lumbar vertebra. It is the most common cause of persistent back pain in young people. Each vertebra is connected to adjacent vertebra by two "bridges" of bone. In spondylolisthesis both bridges are fractured. Treatment is conservative unless there is persistent pain or progressive slippage. **See comments below

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Is it possible that spondylothesis be aggrevated by a car accident?

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I have been diagnosed with spondylothesis about 4 years ago. these past 4 days i have been in excruciatingpain. 9/10!! i can't make it through a 8 hour work day. i can't pick up my daughter. the pain is unreal. my only relief is when bend over. ?

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Please help! what is the best way to releieve pain for spondylothesis other the streching and being hunched over?

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What happens if i have pars defect, spondylothesis and scoliosis can i still join the marines?

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I had degenerative disc disease, degenerative bone disease, spondylothesis, l4 an ad l5, etc fusion surgery 3 weeks ago. leg is now very painful?

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I was recently diagnosed with lumbar stenosis, lumbar radiculopathy and spondylothesis. i was recomended laminectomy. i have no pain in the leg, just chronic low basinpain since 2009. will the laminectomy help?

A member asked:

Hello , really scared , looking for answers ....... my mri reads l4-l5 moderate bilateral foraminal narrowing due to disk bulging and facet hypertrophy. no central stenosis ....... i was told by my dr via x rays i have spondylothesis about 25 percent ....

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