Leading expert in spine surgery, Dr. Eric Woodard, MD, explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for spondylolisthesis. This condition involves the forward slippage of one vertebra over another, commonly affecting the L4 and L5 vertebrae. Symptoms include debilitating leg and back pain, particularly a type of intermittent claudication that worsens with walking. Dr. Woodard details the three key principles for deciding on surgical intervention. He also clarifies how to differentiate spinal claudication from vascular claudication. Non-surgical treatments like physical therapy are always attempted first. A medical second opinion is highly recommended to confirm the diagnosis and optimal treatment plan.
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