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Healthy News December 2024

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PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS

While medicine is still studying the classification of degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic has gentle, pain-easing treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a typically cured condition, but one that reacts to control, manytimes without surgery and with personal effort and special attention to movement. A condition differentiated by the forward displacement of one vertebra over |he one below it, stemming from degeneration of the spinal discs and joints, degenerative spondylolisthesis affects the lumbar spine and can lead to pain, numbness, and weakness in the 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 looking into its classification as evidenced by a recent paper by Baykov (1). Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive approach to handling it, focusing on restoring spinal alignment, reducing inflammation, and improving mobility. Chiropractic treatment as described by Kruse et al (2) offers benefit for back pain in patients with spondylolisthesis and even related disc herniations. Care may include spinal manipulation like Cox® Technic flexion distraction decompression, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle modifications to ease pain, improve function, and boost overall well-being. With individualized Millville chiropractic care at Wilson Family Chiropractic, individuals with degenerative spondylolisthesis can find some relief and regain their quality of life. Wilson Family Chiropractic is here for you!

Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Lee Hazen on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about the utilization of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management to reduce spondylolisthesis pain.

Millville 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 approach for individuals dealing with spondylolisthesis. These targeted exercises concentrate on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles of the lumbar spine, making the way for better core strength, elevated spinal stability, and a decrease 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 experiencing 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 play a key role in furthering patient recovery and enhancing overall quality of life, the goal of care at our Millville chiropractic office!

Schedule your Millville chiropractic appointment today with Wilson Family Chiropractic!

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