Lumbar Spondylolysis
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Definition:
'Spondylolysis' is a defect of a vertebra. More specifically it is defined as a defect in the pars interarticularis of the vertebral arch.
Symptoms- Pain in the low back
- Stiffness in the low back
- Pain with bending backward
- Pain worse with activities and ease with rest
- Radiating pain in lower extremity
Causes- Stress fracture of the lumbar vertebrae
- Common in adolescents that overtrain in activities
- Hereditary component
- Repetitive trauma to lumbar spine
Treatment- ROM and stretching
- Posture program
- Core stabilization strengthening
- Lower extremity strengthening
- Possible surgical intervention
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