Some cases of spondylolisthesis progress slowly over many years and some cases of spondylolisthesis progress more rapidly.
The most common type of spondylolisthesis called degenerative spondylolisthesis tend to progress slowly and around 34 percent of people with degenerative spondylolisthesis often experience the slip progression with spondylolisthesis over 10 years to 18 years.
The rate of spondylolisthesis progression can also vary by the type of spondylolisthesis, such as low grade vs high grade as well as your activity levels and your age.
Spondylolisthesis can cause hip pain as when the vertebra slips forward over the vertebra below it can place pressure on your nerves and your spinal cord, which can result in pain in the lower back, buttocks and the hips.
The hip pain caused by spondylolisthesis is often dull or sharp and located in the front or the back of the hip and the hip pain can get worse with some activities like bending, walking or standing and the hip pain with spondylolisthesis may even radiate down your leg.
Spondylolisthesis does not hurt all the time in most cases, although some people with spondylolisthesis may experience chronic pain.
However some people with spondylolisthesis may only have flare ups of pain once in awhile and some people with spondylolisthesis might not experience any pain at all.
The frequency and severity of the pain with spondylolisthesis can vary depending on the person and the severity of the vertebral slippage.
The spondylolisthesis pain can be described as lower back pain which can radiate down to your buttocks and thighs and can often be accompanied by muscle tightness and most particularly in your hamstrings.
Some people with spondylolisthesis pain may also have numbness, tingling or even pain in their legs and the pain can get worse with activity, especially when you sit or stand too long or walk too long and the pain might go away with rest.
The best way to sit if you have spondylolisthesis is to sit so that your spine is in a neutral position and ensure that your lower back is also well supported and your feet are flat on the floor.
When you have spondylolisthesis you should avoid hunching over or slouching and even use a lumbar support even a rolled up towel for some extra cushioning.
Also take breaks often and stand and move around as sitting too long when you have spondylolisthesis can make the condition worse.
With spondylolisthesis you should sit upright with your back straight and your shoulders relaxed as well as have your lower back supported to maintain the natural curve of your spine.
The best position to sleep in with spondylolisthesis is on your back along with placing a pillow under your knees or on your side with a pillow placed between your knees.
Reclining to sleep also peoples some people with spondylolisthesis by reducing the pressure on your spine.
When you have spondylolisthesis you should not sleep on your stomach as it can worsen the spondylolisthesis condition.
The root cause of spondylolisthesis is degenerative changes which are wear and tear and even stress fractures in your spine, especially in your lower back.
Even birth defects, injuries and some medical conditions can cause spondylolisthesis.
As you age, your spinal discs and joints can naturally degenerate and result in instability and potential slippage of vertebrae.
And repetitive stress, especially in activities such as gymnastics or weight lifting can cause stress fractures in your vertebrae, most particularly in a bone area called the pars interarticularis which can weaken your vertebra and allow it to slip forward.
Bone disease such as osteoporosis or even spinal tumors can also result in spondylolisthesis by weakening of your vertebrae and sudden injuries like car accidents or falls can fracture your vertebrae and lead to slippage and in rare cases spondylolisthesis may occur after spinal surgery.
A back brace can help spondylolisthesis, especially in cases of pars interarticularis fractures which are less likely to heal.
Back braces can also help to stabilize your spine and limit motion as well as potentially allow your fracture to heal and prevent further slippage.
Spondylolisthesis is where one of your vertebra slips forward over another vertebra and can potentially compress or irritate your nerves in your spinal column.
Spondylolisthesis is where one of your vertebra slips forward over another vertebra and it's severity and potential for progression can also vary.
Some cases of spondylolisthesis might require surgery to fix the slippage or manage symptoms and other cases of spondylolisthesis can often be managed with conservative treatments such as pain management and physical therapy.
And in some cases spondylolisthesis may get worse over time, and potentially even lead to nerve damage and other complications if the spondylolisthesis is left untreated.
Spondylolisthesis can most often be managed through conservative treatments and in some cases spondylolisthesis may not progress further or cause any significant symptoms.
And in some cases your vertebra might continue to slip, and lead to increased pain, nerve compression and other complications.
Spondylolisthesis in more severe cases often requires surgery to realign your vertebrae and stabilize your spine.
Bracing, physical therapy and pain management are often effective in managing symptoms and preventing progression of spondylolisthesis.
And it's also crucial to seek prompt medical attention for other symptoms like leg pain, numbness, back pain or tingling to prevent any potential complications and untreated spondylolisthesis could lead to permanent nerve damage, muscle weakness and even possible paralysis in severe cases.