Natural Spondylolysis and Natural Spondylolisthesis Treatment

Spondylolysis is a prerequisite to the development of spondylolisthesis. Spondylolisthesis occurs when one vertebra slips forward on the adjacent vertebrae. This will produce both a gradual deformity of the lower spine but also a narrowing of the vertebral canal. It is often associated with pain.

Spondylolysis is the commonest cause of spondylolisthesis, and is sometimes referred to as isthmic spondylolisthesis, since the defect is in the isthmus. But there are other causes of spondylolisthesis. In children born with underdeveloped facet joints (dysplastic joints), spondylolisthesis can also result, and is sometimes referred to as dysplastic spondylolisthesis. More rarely, any infection or tumor affecting the posterior bony ring including the facet joints, can also cause instability and spondylolisthesis.

Spondylolysis is not a congenital condition and has never been identified in a newborn infant, or a child who has not started to walk. Defects usually develop as a stress fracture in individuals predisposed to the condition, due to the shape or orientation of the bones at the base of your spine.

Spondylolysis is usually an incidental finding on an x-ray or CT scan undertaken to assess back pain due to another cause.

Spondylolisthesis is the term used to describe the presence of a spondylolysis where there has also been anterior translation of the vertebra with the lysis (usually L5), on the vertebra below (usually the sacrum).
In the majority of cases the degree of anterior translation is slight, but in approximately 20% of cases the displacement of the upper vertebra can be marked.

Progression of the "slip" usually occurs in early adolescence and is more common in girls than boys.

The development of a spondylolysis which then goes on to a spondylolisthesis is usually associated with significant low back pain, but in most cases the situation will stabilise and pain will settle. It is only where severe pain persists, or features of nerve root irritation or compression develop that surgical intervention is indicated at this stage

The ROPHI™ Back Care Posture Cushion for Natural Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Treatment

The ROPHI backcare posture cushion

• provides lower back pain relief for natural Spondylolysis and natural Spondylolisthesis treatment
• Improves your lifestyle
• Allows you to get a good nights sleep
• You can return to a normal way of life
• Works while you are sleeping
• Simple to use
• Cost effective

"I am writing to say how pleased I am with your product, the ROPHI cushion for back pain. After using it for my sciatica treatment for only four or five nights I have at last found relief. I will continue to use it and will certainly recommend it to others".
Sciatica sufferer Mrs Nicholson

How Does the ROPHI Cushion Give You Lower Back Pain Relief For Natural Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Treatment?

It is a well known medical fact that back pain sufferers should be encouraged to sleep in the semi foetal postion with a cushion between their knees, particularly pregnant mums in the third trimester of their pregnancy. The trouble is that they use ordinary cushions or pillows which are totally unsuitable. They are too bulky, move out of position, compact and cause perspiration and soreness.

For Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis treatment, The ROPHI Backcare Posture Cushion provides lower back pain relief by using the night time when most people go to bed. During this time the multifides muscles that support the spine get a chance to recuperate and strengthen. This in turn kick starts the natural healing processes of the body.

The Inventor of the Rophi cushion recommends that the cushion is worn every night. Regular use helps repair any damage done during the day without using painkillers. Painkillers only mask the pain, they do not promote healing. Nightime is often the only time you and your back can get the rest needed.

'Get a good night's sleep without resorting to painkillers for Natural Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Treatment'

BackCare, the Association of Healthy Backs trialed our Rophi cushion and had this to say about them.
"Sleeping on the side in the semi-foetal position during pregnancy puts less strain on the back. Using 'this' support cushion between the knees (and the ankles if necessary), helps promote good posture during sleep, making sleeping more comfortable."
The reason The ROPHI cushion works for lower back pain relief is because it is very small, stays in place even with a very restless sleeper, weighs only 100 grammes, does not compact to the point of discomfort, prevents perspiration and can be regularly washed at 40 degrees C. on a weekly basis to keep it fresh.

'Sleeping posture is important'

The cushion has been medically tested and approved to provide the highest levels of pressure relief with no risk of perspiration.

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Fibromyalgia sufferer William Courtney