Title

Spinal Conditioning for Athletes With Lumbar Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis

Authors

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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