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Spine Care

Spondylolisthesis

Forward slippage of one vertebra over another.

International Patient Information

Diagnosis first. Treatment second.

The right treatment depends on confirmation of diagnosis, disease stage or severity, overall health and specialist assessment.

About Spondylolisthesis

Forward slippage of one vertebra over another.

How doctors may evaluate it

Evaluation usually begins with medical history, symptoms, physical examination and review of previous records. Depending on the case, specialists in Spine Care may consider some of the following investigations:

X-rayMRI spineCT spineBone density testingNeurological examinationBlood tests when infection or inflammation is suspected

Possible treatment approaches

Management varies from patient to patient. Depending on the diagnosis and severity, treatment may include one or more of the following approaches:

PhysiotherapyPain managementEpidural injectionsMicrodiscectomyDecompressionSpinal fusionDisc replacementDeformity correction

Information useful for an international medical opinion

  • Current diagnosis, if already established
  • Recent medical reports and imaging
  • Biopsy/pathology report where relevant
  • List of medicines and previous treatments
  • Major medical conditions and past operations
  • Specific question you want the specialist to answer
Emergency care: If symptoms are sudden, severe or potentially life-threatening, seek emergency medical care locally rather than waiting for an online response.
Important: This information is general education, not a diagnosis or personalized treatment recommendation. Final medical advice must come from the treating healthcare professional.
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