Question 1

what  causes spondylolisthesis?

Accepted Answer

Bad back: Spondylolisthesis is a forward sliding of a vertebra, typically in the low back. It is caused by a number of things including chronic poor posture and obesity. Congenital defects, osteopenia and osteoporosis can also make you more susceptible.

Question 2

does being overweight cause the pain from spondylolisthesis to be worse?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Being overweight makes any spinal problem more difficult to manage for the patient and difficult for the doctor to treat.  Weight loss helps everything in the spine feel better and allows the doctors to treat it more effectively and safely.

Question 3

what to do if i have spondylolisthesis which causes back spasms. thoughts?

Accepted Answer

RX for low back pain: Non-surgical treatment for adult patients with an isthmic spondylolisthesis is similar to other low back ailments including medications for muscle relaxation and pain, ice packs, and physical therapy to build up core muscles

Question 4

can spondylolisthesis be caused by standing stationary on an 11, 000 lb forklift that can reach speeds up to 8mph, that also has no suspension while being exposed to temperatures up to 112 degrees in conjunction with getting on and off this machine to lif

Accepted Answer

No: No, but the symptoms can definitely become worse with use of heavy equipment without much shock absorption capability. Repetitive stopping and starting can increase back pain and occasionally pain radiating into the lower extremities. The spondylolisthesis is likely an existing problem, however.

Question 5

a couple of years back my doctor said i have spondylolisthesis, now currently i have back pain due to heavy lifting that been going on for 1 month its on and off pain which spreads to the legs it doesnt seem to be fully healing what could be reason?

Accepted Answer

: The current persistent back pain may be secondary to discogenic problems, such as a protrusion or a rupture.  This needs to be imaged as radiation to the legs suggests potential nerve root compression.  See a physiatrist and track down answers.

Question 6

does spondylolisthesis cause swelling in the left leg?

Accepted Answer

No: Most likely no. It would have to be a high grade slip to push against the blood vessels to and from your leg. If you have swelling of one foot/ankle, talk to your primary doctor. It can be a sign of a blood clot.

Question 7

lumbar retrolisthesis vs spondylolisthesis.  what are the mechanics?  how does it happen?  can a fall cause it? does it cause back pain?

Accepted Answer

Typically a : Retrolisthesis is due to degenerative changes leading to this instability pattern.  A spondylolisthesis can occur by the same mechanism or by trauma or genetic in nature.  Since there are abnormal mechanics leading to this, they remain abnormal and can lead to pain in back or even radicular symptoms due to nerve irritation, development of spinal or foramenal stenosis or possibly disc herniation.

Question 8

grade2 spondylolisthesis of l5/s1. circumferential disc buldge & minimal narrowing of neural formina. disc buldge impinges s1. can this cause hip pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If this interferes with your life, surgery for spondylolisthesis is very predictable

Question 9

can spondylolisthesis in l4-l5 and. s1 with pinched nerve cause thigh swelling especially if continuously sitting? dx 10/1/16

Accepted Answer

Explanation : Yes. Definitely yes. Try physical therapy and learn special exercises to help yourself.

Question 10

can bilateral foraminal stenosis at the l5 nerve root from grade 2 spondylolisthesis cause symptoms and sensations similar to restless leg syndrome?

Accepted Answer

: Stenosis of L-5 of the spinal canal can cause weakness, leg pain, paresthesias and this can occur in both lower extremities. Usual treatment includes surgical correction of the stenosis.

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Can spondylolisthesis be caused by standing stationary on an 11, 000 lb forklift that can reach speeds up to 8mph, that also has no suspension while being exposed to temperatures up to 112 degrees in conjunction with getting on and off this machine to lif

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A couple of years back my doctor said i have spondylolisthesis, now currently i have back pain due to heavy lifting that been going on for 1 month its on and off pain which spreads to the legs it doesnt seem to be fully healing what could be reason?

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Does spondylolisthesis cause swelling in the left leg?

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Lumbar retrolisthesis vs spondylolisthesis. what are the mechanics? how does it happen? can a fall cause it? does it cause back pain?

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Grade2 spondylolisthesis of l5/s1. circumferential disc buldge & minimal narrowing of neural formina. disc buldge impinges s1. can this cause hip pain?

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Can spondylolisthesis in l4-l5 and. s1 with pinched nerve cause thigh swelling especially if continuously sitting? dx 10/1/16

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Can bilateral foraminal stenosis at the l5 nerve root from grade 2 spondylolisthesis cause symptoms and sensations similar to restless leg syndrome?

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