Spinal Instability: Causes and Effective Treatments

In this episode of The Functional Code, Dr. Addy and Dr. Jace delve into the topic of spinal instability, a common yet often overlooked cause of back pain. They discuss various conditions related to spinal instability such as spondylolisthesis, retrolisthesis, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), and more. The doctors break down the mechanisms behind these conditions, the importance of diagnosing them correctly, and various treatment options ranging from physical therapy to surgical interventions. They also discuss the implications of certain medical treatments like radiofrequency ablation and spinal fusion surgery. Learn how to identify if you have spinal instability and what steps you can take to manage it effectively.Episode 59Dr. Jace Nybo D.C.Dr. Addy Knutson D.C.Guide:00:00 Intro01:47 Understanding Spinal Instability02:20 Common Conditions Related to Spinal Instability03:25 What is Spinal Instability?04:29 Identifying Hypermobile Conditions07:32 Spondylolisthesis and Retrolisthesis Explained12:46 Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Overview21:44 Other Conditions Affecting Spinal Stability27:18 Measuring Spinal Instability29:10 Trauma-Induced Scoliosis and Imaging Techniques31:05 Understanding Spinal Instability and MRI Insights34:56 Physical Therapy for Spinal Stability44:09 Manual Therapy and Manipulation Techniques47:47 Pain Management Strategies and Medications49:23 Advanced Procedures and Surgical Interventions52:49 Risks of Spinal Fusion and Radiofrequency Ablation59:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts📲Instagram: instagram.com/thefunctionalcode/📲TicTock: @thefunctionalcode📲Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-functional-code-podcast/id1754585557Resources:-longmoreclinic.org/marfan-syndrome-understanding-the-genetic-disorder-doi.org/10.1016/j.mehy.2013.02.006- doi: 10.12965/jer.1836438.219.-PMCID: PMC4262810.-doi.org/10.1016/j.jbmt.2007.04.007-doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD012087. -doi: 10.4137/CMAMD.S39160. -doi: 10.7759/cureus.26327. -PMID: 24688337-doi.org/10.3171/2022.2.SPINE21525-doi: 10.2106/00004623-200407000-00020. -doi: 10.1123/jab.2022-0258.-doi: 10.1002/pmrj.13202. -doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000003223.