Disc Disorders With Myelopathy Lumbar

Definition:
Lumbar disc disorder with myelopathy refers to a disorder of the lumbar spine that results in compression of the lowest portion of the spinal cord (conus medullaris). Myelopathy is an inclusive term referring to any disorder of the spinal cord. The lumbar region specifies the lower portion of the spine from the mid- to lower back between the thoracic spine of the upper back and sacral region at the base of the spine. The lumbar spine contains five vertebrae (L1-L5).
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Back pain
  • Radiating pain into lower extremity
  • Loss of bowel and bladder function
  • Altered gait pattern
  • Weakness in lower extremity
  • Decreased sensation of lower extremity
  • Hyper active reflexes
Causes
  • Age related disc degeneration
  • Herniation of a lumbar disc
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Rupture of lumbar disc
Treatment
  • Posture program
  • ROM and stretching exercises for back
  • Lower extremity strengthening exercises
  • Core stabilization exercises
Disc Disorders With Myelopathy Lumbar Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Sitting Posture
  • Standing Posture
  • TA Supine Alt Knee Raise
  • Prone Spine Extension
  • Wall Squats
  • Side Lying Lumbar RR RL
  • Q Ped UE LE Lift
  • Sit Up Squat
  • Gait II
  • Kneeling Hip Flexor
  • WalkFit Program

Disc Disorders With Myelopathy Lumbar Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Stairmaster X 20 Minutes
  • Lumbar Circuit
  • Plank Hold
  • Side Plank On Elbow
  • Superman Holds
  • Warrior

Disc Disorders With Myelopathy Lumbar 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