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Can Isthmic Spondylolisthesis Cause Vertigo?
My son has Isthmic Spondylolisthesis. He also suffers from vertigo and dizzy spells. He's had a lot ot testing to ensure there isn't any underlying condition causing the vertigo/dizziness. We've never put it together until recently...when I read that spondylol can cause vertigo. Is this true?
Tue, 19 Aug 2014
Hi, thank you for posting.
I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns.
It is true that Isthmic Spondylolisthesis can cause dizziness. This condition causes neck muscular spasm. In patients with Isthmic Spondylolisthesis blood flow to the brain base is low due to muscular spasm, and this is the reason why patients have dizziness.
The treatment of this condition contains painkillers and muscle relaxant medications.
A neck X-ray, a complete blood count and an urine test are necessary in order to check the condition of the patient.
If the condition is aggravated non steroidal anti inflammatory medications are necessary.
Chiropractic procedures can also help.
You should contact a neurologist to discuss about the treatment.
All the best.
Dr. Behar.
I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns.
It is true that Isthmic Spondylolisthesis can cause dizziness. This condition causes neck muscular spasm. In patients with Isthmic Spondylolisthesis blood flow to the brain base is low due to muscular spasm, and this is the reason why patients have dizziness.
The treatment of this condition contains painkillers and muscle relaxant medications.
A neck X-ray, a complete blood count and an urine test are necessary in order to check the condition of the patient.
If the condition is aggravated non steroidal anti inflammatory medications are necessary.
Chiropractic procedures can also help.
You should contact a neurologist to discuss about the treatment.
All the best.
Dr. Behar.
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