Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis
My back hurts when I sneeze.
Spondylolisthesis refers to a disease in which the upper vertebral bone is pushed out than the lower vertebral bone. It may be caused by various reasons, including damage from exterior shock, degenerative spine, or innate damage in the zygapophysis.
Causes
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Innate damage in zygapophysis
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Fracture in zygapophysis due to accidents
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Aftereffects or complications after spinal surgery
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Weakened vertebral bones due to other diseases, such as malignant tumors
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Degenerative disc or joints due to aging
Symptoms
- Deeply sunken part in the waist area
- Back pain when rising up
- Severe back pain when leaning backwards, while it is okay to lean forwards
- Back pain when coughing or sneezing
- Heavy pain in back, hips, or below knees when walking or standing up for a long time
Treatments
Chuna Manual Therapy
The chuna manual therapy recovers muscles and tendon functions. They support the vertebral bones to prevent them from further pushing outwards, and relieves pain from the disease.
Manual Therapy
The spine is straightened through manual therapy. The physical therapist manually treats the joint movement, which effectively alleviates pain.
Bee Venom Acupuncture
Bee venom is directly injected in the inflammatory area around the waist muscles and tendons. Through treating inflammation, the pain can be reduced. The bodily immune system can also be strengthened.
Medicinal Acupuncture
The medicinal acupuncture helps blood circulation. It is effective in reducing pain from the disease. The treatment also strengthens the damaged muscles and tendons.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine reduces inflammation, pain, and edema. It is also helpful in regenerating cartilage and nerves. Through taking herbal medicine, many symptoms of spondylolisthesis can be relieved.