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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

Causes For Pelvic Or Lower Back Pain

Health Encyclopedia: Spondylolisthesis

Symptoms
  • Lordosis
  • Lower back pain
  • Localized tenderness over the spine just above the pelvis
  • Pain in thighs
  • Pain in buttocks
  • Tight hamstrings
  • Stiffness in back

Signs and tests
  • X-ray of the spine (demonstrates misalignment of lumbar vertebra, and possible fracture )
  • A straight leg raise may be uncomfortable or painful

NOTE: A person with spondylolisthesis may have no symptoms.


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Health Guide

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