Spondylolysis is a stress fracture in one or more of the
vertebrae in the spinal column.
Spondylolysis is a common cause for lower back pain in active
adolescents. When left untreated
spondylolysis often progresses causing the effected vertebrae to weaken and
shift out of alignment – a condition called spondylolisthesis. At the Orlando Orthopaedic Center our
pediatric orthopaedic specialist uses cutting edge technology to treat cases of
spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. If
you are looking for treatment options for either, turn to the experts as the Orlando
Orthopaedic Center.
Spondylolysis
Treatment
The initial treatment plan for spondylolysis is rest coupled
with the use of anti-inflammatory medications.
In some cases physical therapy and back bracing may be used as
well.
Spondylolisthesis Treatment
Patients suffering from spondylolysis will be monitored
closely to determine if the injured vertebra begins to move and spondylolisthesis
develops. Continued physical therapy and
other non-invasive methods may still be used when a patient first begins
showing signs of spondylolisthesis. If
the vertebra slippage continues, surgery is generally the next step in the
treatment process.
Spondylolisthesis
Surgery
Spondylolisthesis surgery is a spinal fusion of the lumbar
vertebra and the sacrum. In some cases
rods and/or screws are used to hold the vertebra in place during the healing
process. There are many risks associated
with spinal surgery. Your orthopaedic specialist
will work with you to explore all of your options and identify the most
effective and least invasive method possible while ensuring your child reaches
an optimum level of recovery.
At the
Orlando Orthopaedic Center our pediatric orthopaedic specialist treats children
suffering from spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. From physical therapy to spondylolisthesis surgery;
our specialist is here to help your child, and your family, through every step
of the diagnosis, treatment and recovery process. If you are interested in learning more about treatment
for spondylolisthesis, schedule a consultation with our pediatric orthopaedic
specialist today.