Spondylosis vs Spondylolysis vs Spondylolisthesis correct answers spondylosis = degeneration of IV disc
spondylolysis = defect in pars interarticularis or the arch of the vertebra
spondylolisthesis = forward displacement of one vertebra over another
Retrolisthesis correct answers backward ...
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Spondylosis vs Spondylolysis vs Spondylolisthesis correct answers spondylosis = degeneration
of IV disc
spondylolysis = defect in pars interarticularis or the arch of the vertebra
spondylolisthesis = forward displacement of one vertebra over another
Retrolisthesis correct answers backward displacement of one vertebra on another
Scheuermann's Disease correct answers juvenile kyphosis or juvenile discogenic disease
condition of hyperkyphosis that involves the vertebral bodies and discs of the spine
identified by anterior wedging of > or equal to 5 deg in 3 or more adjacent vertebral bodies
common in gymnasts; males
commonly seen on imaging w/ Schmorl's nodes
During the exam, the pt reports increased pain while standing. Pain is alleviated w/ sitting.
Which special test will be positive to confirm the diagnosis shown in the picture?
(Spondylolisthesis)
A. Stork standing test
B. Gillet test
C. Van Gelderen bicycle test
D. Quadrant test correct answers A is correct - identifies spondylolisthesis (Stork test is also
known as Gillet test in some books but NPTE will list stork standing as a separate test for
listhesis)
B - used for SIJ
C - spinal stenosis
D - facet joint
DD of Spine Conditions: Spondylosis
Age
Location
Aggravating Factors
, Relieving Factors
SLR
Imaging correct answers >50
back (unilateral)
extension, standing
sitting, bending
negative
x-ray + for arthritic changes
DD of Spine Conditions: Spondylolysis
Age
Location
Aggravating Factors
Relieving Factors
SLR
Imaging correct answers 15-20
back
extension, standing and bending to lift objects
sitting
negative
x-ray oblique view shows fx of pars interarticularis
DD of Spine Conditions: Spondylolisthesis
Age
Location
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