Spinal Conditioning for Athletes With Lumbar Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis

    Authors

    E. Nau; W. J. Hanney;M. J. Kolber

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    Abbreviated Journal Title

    Strength Cond. J.

    Keywords

    low back pain; spondylosis; spondylolysis; spondylolisthesis; athletic; injury; Sport Sciences

    Abstract

    Low back pain is a common condition in athletic populations. Participation in athletics has been linked to specific anatomical changes to the lumber spine (spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis). Practical guidelines for strength and conditioning professionals should recognize the biomechanical stresses associated with athletic participation in this population. Program modifications can be made in athletes with spondylolitic disorders. Conditioning routines should emphasize spinal stabilization and sport-specific flexibility. This article makes recommendations for athletes with spondylolitic disorders that should allow participation in lumbar conditioning while protecting the back from undue stress.

    Journal Title

    Strength and Conditioning Journal

    Volume

    30

    Issue/Number

    2

    Publication Date

    1-1-2008

    Document Type

    Article

    Language

    English

    First Page

    43

    Last Page

    52

    WOS Identifier

    WOS:000207591500007

    ISSN

    1524-1602

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