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What are the side effect for a spondylolisthesis?

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Dr. Peter Tomasello answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

See below: There are various possibilities associated with this condition and depends upon the severity of the slip . Some patients are totally asymptomatic . Good luck thank you.

Answered 1/2/2014

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Depends: When the spondylolisthesis is severe (degree of slippage of the spine), many patients develop symptoms of weakness, pain and or numbness radiating down their extremity/ies. Surgical intervention-decompressing the nerve roots and stabilizing the spine can benefit.

Answered 9/28/2016

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