Back Conditions
- Back Conditions A-Z
- Herniated Disc
- Sprains and Strains
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Spondylolisthesis
- Facet Arthritis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Failed Back Surgery
Back Pain Treatments
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Spondylolisthesis Frequently Asked Questions
Q. My L4 shifts 1mm and 3mm, is this significant? In conjunction with disc degeneration and stenosis limited to L4/5, does it require fusion?
You may have a condition called degenerative spondylolisthesis. Surgery is usually required if unstable or severe spinal stenosis or both. 85% can be surgically treated without spinal fusion - specifically microdecompression surgery.
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