If you’re living with lower back pain caused by a spinal slip, our spondylolisthesis treatment in Rushden can help relieve pain and improve mobility.
Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which one vertebra slips forward over the vertebra beneath it, most commonly in the lower spine. This slippage can compress nerves, irritate spinal structures, and cause instability in the lower back. The condition ranges in severity from mild to more advanced forms, which may involve structural weakness and neurological symptoms.
If you have a spondylolisthesis you might experience chronic lower back pain, stiffness, muscle tightness (particularly in the hamstrings), and sometimes numbness or tingling in the legs. In more serious cases, nerve root compression may lead to sciatica or weakness in the lower limbs, significantly affecting mobility and quality of your life.
Spondylolisthesis is often a congenital defect, but can also be caused by stress fractures from repetitive motion (common in athletes like gymnasts), degenerative changes due to ageing, or trauma.
Spondylolisthesis can often be managed effectively with treatment. We provide individualised care plans that may include manual therapy, targeted spinal mobilisation, soft tissue techniques, and rehabilitation exercises so you stay mobile and strong.
Strengthening the muscles that support the spine can reduce pain, enhance stability, and prevent further slippage.
Education, posture correction, and activity modification are also essential components of your care. Our team is dedicated to empowering you with the knowledge and tools you need to manage your symptoms so you can stay active.
Claire Short says:
“Having a spondylolysthesis doesn’t mean the end of the world. We can help you look after it and protect it.”
