Spinal Spondylolisthesis

Overview

In this condition, damage to bones or joints causes vertebrae to slip forward and distort the spinal cord.  This animation will show two types of spondylolisthesis, degenerative and isthmic.

Degenerative Spondylolisthesis

Degenerative spondylolisthesis occurs when the joints weaken, allowing a vertebrae to slip forward.  Nerve roots may become pinched, causing pain to radiate to the legs and feet.

Isthmic Spondylolisthesis

Isthmic spondylolisthesis occurs when vertebrae bone fractures, allowing a vertebra to slip forward.  This can also pinch nerve roots, causing pain to radiate to the legs and feet.

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