Lumbar Spondylolithesis

Definition:
Anterior or posterior displacement of a vertebra or the vertebral column in relation to the vertebrae below. The variant "listhesis," resulting from misdivision of this compound word, is sometimes applied in conjunction with scoliosis
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Low back stiffness
  • Tightness in hamstrings
  • Intermittent shocks of shooting pain beginning in the buttock traveling downward into the back of the thigh and/or lower leg
  • Coughing and sneezing can intensify the pain
  • Tingling and numbness into lower extremity
Causes
  • Spondylosis
  • Common among athletes who participate in sports with repeated hyperextension, such as gymnastics, ballet, and American football
  • Genetic component
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching
  • Posture program
  • Core stabilization strengthening
  • Lower extremity strengthening
Lumbar Spondylolithesis Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Side Lying Lumbar RR RL
  • Sitting Posture
  • Standing Posture
  • Child Pose
  • Kneeling Hip Flexor
  • Push Up Knee Holds
  • Chair Pose Yoga
  • Walkfit
  • WalkFit Program

Lumbar Spondylolithesis Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Adductor Straddle
  • Plank Hold
  • Lumbar Circuit
  • Q Ped Ue Le Lift
  • Bridge Marching
  • Straight Leg Sit Up

Lumbar Spondylolithesis Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Plank Hold
  • Straight Leg Sit Up
  • Single Leg Bridge
  • Superman Holds
  • Side Plank On Elbow
  • Plank Hold Alternate UE LE
  • Lunge Walk Med Ball Rotation