A REVIEW STUDY ON SPONDYLOLYSIS IN ATHLETES 

Mr.Madhu G R and Miss. Divyasri P

ABSTRACT

Lumber spondylolysis is a unilateral or bilateral defect of the interarticularis, an isthmus of bone connecting the superior and inferior facet surfaces in the lumbar spine at a given level. Spondylolysis is common in young athletes participating in sports, those requiring repetitive hyperextension movements.  Majority of young athletes are able to return to full sport participation following accurate diagnosis and conservative management, including a structured treatment program. Surgical intervention for isolated pars injuries is seldom necessary. A progressive physical therapy (PT) program is an important component of recovery after sustaining an acute pars fracture. However, there is a paucity of literature detailing PT programs specific to spondylolysis. This study is providing an overview of the epidemiology, natural history, radiographic evaluation, and management of pars fractures in young athletes

Keywords: Spondylolysis, Physical therapy, Athletes and Sports.