Week 3 - Spondylolisthesis Flashcards
1
Q
where does spondylolisthesis most commonly occur?
A
L4/L5 or L5/S1 level
2
Q
what causes spondylolisthesis?
A
developmental defect or a recurrent stress fracture of the posterior elements which fails to heal
3
Q
when does spondylolisthesis normally present and why?
A
adolescence
increased body weight and sporting activity
4
Q
how does spondylolisthesis present?
A
low back pain
may have radiculopathy with severe slippage
may have paradoxical “flat back” due to muscle spasm and can present acutely with waddling gait
5
Q
how is spondylolisthesis treated?
A
minor slippage = rest and physiotherapy
major = stabilization and possibly reduction
