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Healthy News December 2024

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PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS

While medicine is still considering how to classify degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic has gentle, pain-easing treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a typically cured condition, but one that responds to control, often non-surgically and personally with special attention to movement. A condition characterized by the forward displacement of one vertebra on |he one under it, stemming from degeneration of the spinal discs and joints, degenerative spondylolisthesis impacts the lumbar spine and can lead to painful, numb, weak lower back and legs. Diagnosis involves 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 has a non-invasive approach to handling it, centering on restoring spinal alignment, reducing inflammation, and improving mobility. Chiropractic treatment as explained 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 alleviate pain, enhance function, and boost overall well-being. With personalized San Jose chiropractic care at Chiropractic Solutions, individuals with degenerative spondylolisthesis can find some relief and get back their quality of life. Chiropractic Solutions 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 spondylolisthesis pain.

San Jose chiropractic exercise for spondylolisthesis 

TIP OF THE MONTH: Consider Stabilization Exercises for Spondylolisthesis

Segmental stabilization exercises have emerged in recent studies as a highly effective method for individuals dealing with spondylolisthesis. These targeted exercises focus on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles of the lumbar spine, making the way for better core strength, enhanced spinal stability, and a reduction 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 apparent, 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 key role in furthering patient recovery and enriching overall quality of life, the goal of care at our San Jose chiropractic office!

Schedule your San Jose chiropractic appointment today with Chiropractic Solutions!

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