Managing Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis: Key Questions Answered
How should lumbar spondylolysis with spondylolisthesis be managed? Hello Doctor, I previously visited for lower back pain, and the doctor mentioned that I have a lumbosacral fifth vertebra arch dissociation. During my recent follow-up, the doctor indicated that I have signs of sp...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, strengthening the core muscles is essential. If there is significant low back pain and lower limb numbness, and it progresses to a grade II spondylolisthesis, the likelihood of requiring surgical reduction and fixation is high. The success rate for repair after progressing...[Read More] Managing Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Sudden Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Sudden lower back pain? Hello, doctor! I woke up on the morning of July 9th and suddenly felt lower back pain. Whenever I sit for a long time and then try to stand up, the pain is so intense that I can hardly get up. It takes about 3 to 5 minutes for the pain to subside enough fo...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Acute low back pain is usually caused by muscle strains or improper posture, requiring rest and medication for treatment. If it has not fully healed, there is a possibility of recurring pain, and it may be necessary to consult a physician for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Prolonged Muscle Pain After Strenuous Activity: A Guide
Lower back pain issues? Doctor, a while ago, when I sat up from bed, I suddenly felt abnormal pain in the muscles on both sides of my lumbar spine. The pain was so severe that I couldn't stand up straight and had to walk bent at a 90-degree angle. The day before, I had gone ...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Low back pain is the most common condition seen in orthopedic clinics, and it is mostly caused by improper use. However, it typically does not last longer than four weeks. If symptoms persist for an extended period, or if there are complications such as numbness or pain in the lo...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Muscle Pain After Strenuous Activity: A Guide
Understanding Long-Term Spine Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Exercises
Chronic spinal pain Dr. Hsu: Hello, I started experiencing spinal pain at the end of January. I don't feel it when standing, but it is particularly noticeable when pressing on the vertebrae and bending forward. The doctor said it is likely myofascial inflammation and unrelat...
Dr. Xu Zhijun Reply:
Hello: Most cases of low back pain are due to poor posture and improper use of the lumbar region, leading to muscle spasms and pain in the surrounding muscles. Initially, X-rays may not show any significant bone changes, but if inflammation persists for too long, it can gradually...[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Spine Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Exercises