How is spondylolisthesis pronounced?

Pronounced “spon-dl-oh-lis-THEE-sis,” this condition involves your vertebrae—the bones that form the building blocks of your spine. However, many people don’t experience any back pain. Generally, spondylolisthesis causes pain in your legs when you walk or stand for long period of time.

What are spondyloarthropathies?

Spondyloarthropathies are a family of long-term (chronic) diseases of joints. These diseases occur in children (juvenile spondyloarthropathies) and adults. They include ankylosing spondylitis, reactive arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and joint problems linked to inflammatory bowel disease (enteropathic arthritis).

What is the difference between spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis?

(Center) Spondylolysis occurs when there is a fracture of the pars interarticularis. (Right) Spondylolisthesis occurs when the vertebra shifts forward due to instability from the pars fracture.

What causes spondylolisthesis?

Spondylolisthesis: This condition is when a vertebra slips out of place, resting on the bone below it. Spondylolysis may cause spondylolisthesis when a stress fracture causes the slipping. Or the vertebra may slip out of place due to a degenerative condition.

What joints are affected by Spondyloarthropathies?

Spondyloarthritis is an umbrella term for several inflammatory diseases that primarily affect the spine and other joints. Spondyloarthritis is an umbrella term for inflammatory diseases that can affect the back, pelvis, neck and some larger joints, as well as internal organs, like the intestines and eyes.

What happens if you don’t treat Spondyloarthritis?

This could lead to malnutrition and weight loss. About one-third of people with AS develop problems with their hips and shoulders. Some may have damage to their knees. Inflammation can also occur where ligaments attach to bone.

What exactly is psoriatic arthritis?

Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects some people who have psoriasis — a condition that features red patches of skin topped with silvery scales. Most people develop psoriasis first and are later diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, but the joint problems can sometimes begin before skin patches appear.