Healthy News December 2024

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PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS

While medicine is still considering the classification of degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic offers gentle, relieving treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a commonly cured condition, but one that responds to control, often non-surgically and personally with special attention to movement. A condition distinguished by the forward displacement of one vertebra on |he one below 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 analysis of symptoms, physical examination, and imaging exams like X-rays or MRI scans. Medicine is still looking into its classification as evidenced by a new paper by Baykov (1). Chiropractic care has a non-invasive approach to handling it, centering on the restoration of spinal alignment, the reduction of inflammation, and the improvement of mobility. Chiropractic treatment as explained by Kruse et al (2) offers benefit 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, improve function, and heighten overall well-being. With personalized Oxford chiropractic care at Satterwhite Chiropractic, individuals with degenerative spondylolisthesis can find some relief and regain their quality of life. Satterwhite 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.

Oxford 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 approach for individuals diagnosed 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 performed by Lin et al. (3), the significant benefits of segmental stabilization exercises were clear, with patients getting improved pain management and functional outcomes, especially in cases of lumbar spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. The convincing evidence reinforces the integration of segmental stabilization exercises into rehabilitation programs, as they have a key role in promoting patient recovery and enhancing overall quality of life, the goal of care at our Oxford chiropractic office!

Make your Oxford chiropractic appointment today with Satterwhite Chiropractic!

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

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