Bracing or surgery: Spondylolysis refers to defects in the ring of the spine. Treatment depends on whether it is active or inactive. Active spondylolysis may have healing potential and may be initially treated with bracing. Rarely both types may be treated with surgery, including spinal fusion if there is significant slippage and symptoms.
Answered 5/7/2014
5.2k views
A doctor has provided 1 answer
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A doctor has provided 1 answer
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A doctor has provided 1 answer
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question