Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis

What's the difference between the two and why does it matter?
One of the most commonly overlooked pathological reasons I see lordosis in the pediatric setting is due to spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. So, this video is designed to educate you on the understanding, recognition, and treatment of Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis.
Pertinent Timestamps
Lordosis: 0:18
5 categories of spondylolisthesis: 2:33
Dysplastic spondylolisthesis: 3:28
Isthmic Spondylolythesis: 4:51
Spondylolysis vs Spondylolisthesis: 6:48
Grading of spondylolisthesis: 7:41
Clinical manifestations: 8:19
Treatment routes: 10:11
This video was made for the purposes of providing guidance to newer pediatric physical therapists and is meant to be coupled with their own clinical decision making and judgment. Given the implications of different medical conditions, the education and techniques used in this video may not be entirely applicable for every patient and should not be used if contraindications are present.
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