Description
A condition in which one vertebra becomes offset in its position over another. The main cause is degeneration of the discs in the spine. Other causes include congenital anomalies, trauma, tumors and bone diseases, and surgical procedures. Although this disorder most commonly occurs in the low back, it can occur in any part of the spine.
Symptoms
Abnormal spine curvature (lordosis), lower back pain, localized tenderness over the spine, pain in buttocks, tight hamstrings, stiffness in back, tingling, weakness.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Imaging studies (X-ray, CT or MRI) will be done to establish the diagnosis.
Tests:
CT Scan, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Neurosurgery, Family Practice, Pain Medicine, Spine Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (physiatry)
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Imaging studies (X-ray, CT or MRI) will be done to establish the diagnosis.
Tests:
CT Scan, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Neurosurgery, Family Practice, Pain Medicine, Spine Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (physiatry)
Treatment
Therapy varies depending on the severity of the spondylolisthesis, and the symptoms being experienced. Treatment includes: no treatment, physical therapy, bracing, and/or surgery.