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Does Spondylolisthesis Lead To Waddling Gait?
Question: HI.I GOT HURT ON THE JOB AND FELL ON WET STAIRS that were not marked as wet .THE Pain in is in my low back-L2-3 to sacral s-4-5 .I have had radiculapathy in both legs but nothing seems to fit a certain pattern. I was dx'd as having a spondlisishtesis at l2-3 and degenerative disk disease ar l2-3.why does it not fit a pattern? no one believes me on my pain and have been added to having a positive waddelle's sign .why?
Brief Answer:
Spondylolisthesis leads to waddling gait.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case with diligence.
Spondylolisthesis leads to waddling gait.
If MRI is not done then you should do that to confirm diagnosis.
And also check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
Medication like methylcobalamine with neurotropic like pregabalin and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.
I will advise you to do regular physiotherapy and exercises as my patients find much relief by these therapies.
You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case you need to take diet rich in calcium and vitamin D.
If not relieved you can take epidural injection.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion. Wishing you good health.
Take care.
Spondylolisthesis leads to waddling gait.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case with diligence.
Spondylolisthesis leads to waddling gait.
If MRI is not done then you should do that to confirm diagnosis.
And also check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
Medication like methylcobalamine with neurotropic like pregabalin and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.
I will advise you to do regular physiotherapy and exercises as my patients find much relief by these therapies.
You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case you need to take diet rich in calcium and vitamin D.
If not relieved you can take epidural injection.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion. Wishing you good health.
Take care.
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