Spondylolisthesis Flashcards
1
Q
What is anterior or posterior slippage of vertebral body in reference to segment below?
A
Spondylolisthesis
2
Q
What is the grading scale associated with spondylolisthesis?
A
Meyerding Grading Scale I-IV
3
Q
What can occur with spondylolisthesis?
A
Break of Pars Interarticularis
4
Q
What are the bone changes associated with spondylolisthesis?
A
Dysplagic (congenital)
Isthmic (elongation of pars)
Degenerative (facet atrophy)
Traumatic (secondary to arch fx)
5
Q
What does the patient presentation look like for spondylolisthesis?
A
Older females Depends on degree of slippage Instability Increased pain with extension Increased lordosis
6
Q
What is the treatment for spondylolisthesis?
A
Strengthening exercises
Chiropractic (SOT)
Surgery for Grade III-IV
7
Q
What is the prognosis for spondylolisthesis?
A
Good for grade I and II
Poorer prog for grade III and IV
