Modifiable Factors in the Management of Spondylolisthesis: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

The anterior slippage of a vertebra causing chronic back ache with its associated neurological deficits and poor quality of life describes Spondylolisthesis. Usually, it is an outcome of non-adjustable risk factors like age or family history. In addition, several lifestyle choices, along with other factors, can and do have an impact such as posture, weight, exercise, psychosocial support, workplace changes, and even broader decisions in the healthcare system. Through this paper, we aim to conduct a systematic literature review addressing modifiable risk factors at the individual, familial, community, and policy level concerning symptom aggravation and treatment efficacy. Some degree of physical rehabilitation, basic ergonomic changes, and specific public health measures aimed at preventing disability due to spondylolisthesis is effective. It is within an integrated framework of lifestyle medicine, physiotherapy, mental health intervention, and health system reform aimed at improving the processes and outcomes of rehabilitation that the management of the treatment and the consequences of spondylolisthesis is most effectively undertaken.