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What Are Spondylolysis & Spondylolisthesis?

Spondylolysis is a small crack or stress fracture in one of the bones of the spine (vertebra). It often happens in the lower back.
Spondylolisthesis is when one vertebra slips forward over the one below it. This can cause back pain, stiffness, and sometimes nerve problems if the slip presses on nerves.
Both conditions can affect teenagers, athletes, or adults and may get worse if not treated early.

Causes of Spondylolysis & Spondylolisthesis

  • Repeated stress on the lower back (common in athletes like gymnasts, cricketers, or footballers)
  • Birth defects (spine not fully formed)
  • Age-related wear and tear (arthritis, disc problems)
  • Injuries or trauma to the spine
  • Weak bones due to conditions like osteoporosis

Who Is at Risk?

You may have a higher chance if you have:
  • A family history of spine problems
  • Weak bones or osteoporosis
  • Jobs or sports that put stress on the lower back
  • Spine injuries in the past

Diagnosis

Doctors may suggest:
  • X-rays – To see fractures or slipping of vertebrae
  • MRI or CT scans – To check nerves, discs, and spine stability

Treatment for Spondylolysis & Spondylolisthesis

  • Rest & activity change – Avoid sports or activities that worsen pain
  • Physiotherapy – Strengthening and stretching exercises for back and core muscles
  • Bracing – Sometimes used to support the spine in young patients
  • Medicines – To reduce pain and inflammation
  • Surgery – Needed if slip is severe, pain does not improve, or nerves are pressed. Surgery may include spinal fusion or stabilization with screws/rods.

Advanced Treatment With O-arm® O2® Imaging

At Indospine Hospital, we use the O-arm® O2® Surgical Imaging System for safer and more accurate spine surgeries:
  • Clear 2D and 3D images of the spine
  • Helps doctors find the exact slip or fracture site
  • Guides safe screw and implant placement
  • Improves spinal stability and correction results
  • Reduces risk of complications and improves recovery
For any spine-related concerns, feel free to contact Dr. Tarak Patel at Indospine Hospital. To book an appointment or for more information, call us at +91 99090 44981.
A narrowing of the spinal canal typically doesn’t cause symptoms unless it progresses to a point where it compresses the spinal cord, spinal nerves, or the cauda equina, which is a dense bundle of nerve roots that begins where the spinal cord ends in the upper lumbar region. When compression happens, intermittent or chronic pain, numbness, or weakness may arise in the low back, buttocks, and legs. Symptoms are usually mild or absent while sitting or sleeping. While walking, symptoms generally increase and a cramping sensation with a tired or heavy feeling in the low back, buttocks, or upper thighs may occur.
Lumbar stenosis is most frequently caused by degenerative changes (osteoarthritis) in the lower back. After years of normal wear and tear, cushioning between bones in the spine may break down, allowing bones to wear against each other. At these sites, the body produces growths called bone spurs that may narrow the spinal canal, causing pressure on the spinal nerves, or cauda equina. Occasionally, large disc herniations and spinal tumors can narrow the spinal canal enough to cause compression.
Lumbar stenosis may or may not require treatment depending on whether symptoms include pain or disability. Non-surgical treatments may include modifying activities to reduce stress on the spine, physical therapy, medications or injections to reduce pain and inflammation, or wearing a brace. In severe cases or those that are progressively worsening, surgery or Canal Stenosis Treatment in Ahmedabad may be performed to correct the condition.

Frequently Ask Questions

Are spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis the same?
No. Spondylolysis is a fracture, while spondylolisthesis is when a vertebra slips forward.
They are caused by stress on the spine, injuries, weak bones, or age-related changes.
Yes. Many mild cases improve with rest, physiotherapy, and medicines. Surgery is only needed for severe cases.
If pain continues, the slip is severe, or nerves are affected causing weakness or numbness.
If untreated, they may cause chronic pain, nerve damage, or mobility problems. Early treatment gives better results.

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At Indospine Hospital, under the leadership of Dr. Tarak Patel, we provide advanced, specialized care for spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. With the support of cutting-edge technology like the O-arm® O2® system, we ensure precision in diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation. Our focus is on relieving pain, protecting nerves, improving spinal stability, and helping patients return to normal life with long-term spinal health.
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