Healthy News December 2024

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PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS

While medicine is still considering the classification of degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic has gentle, relieving treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a commonly cured condition, but one that reacts to control, manytimes non-surgically and personally with special attention to movement. A condition characterized by the forward displacement of one vertebra over |he one under it, resulting from degeneration of the spinal discs and joints, degenerative spondylolisthesis affects the lumbar spine and can lead to painful, numb, weak lower back and legs. Diagnosis requires a thorough evaluation of symptoms, physical examination, and imaging tests like X-rays or MRI scans. Medicine is still exploring its classification as seen in a recent paper by Baykov (1). Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive approach to managing it, focusing on the restoration of spinal alignment, the reduction of inflammation, and the improvement of mobility. Chiropractic treatment as described by Kruse et al (2) offers help for back pain in patients with spondylolisthesis and even related disc herniations. Care may involved spinal manipulation like Cox® Technic flexion distraction decompression, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle modifications to reduced pain, enhance function, and boost overall well-being. With individualized Williamson chiropractic care at Apple Country Chiropractic, individuals with degenerative spondylolisthesis can find some relief and get back their quality of life. Apple Country Chiropractic is here for you!

Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Lee Hazen on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about the use of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management to ease the pain of spondylolisthesis.

Williamson chiropractic exercise for spondylolisthesis 

TIP OF THE MONTH: Consider Stabilization Exercises for Spondylolisthesis

Segmental stabilization exercises have surfaced in recent studies as a highly effective method for individuals diagnosed with spondylolisthesis. These targeted exercises focus on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles of the lumbar spine, making the way for improved core strength, elevated spinal stability, and a decrease in pain and disability. In a new systematic review and meta-analysis conducted by Lin et al. (3), the significant benefits of segmental stabilization exercises were clear, with patients experiencing improved pain management and functional outcomes, particularly in cases of lumbar spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. The compelling evidence supports the integration of segmental stabilization exercises into rehabilitation programs, as they have a vital role in furthering patient recovery and enhancing overall quality of life, the goal of care at our Williamson chiropractic office!

Schedule your Williamson chiropractic appointment today with Apple Country Chiropractic!

We wish you the happiest of holidays! Happy New Year!.

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