Spondylolysis Prevention

Prevention

To reduce your risk of getting spondylolysis:

• Limit participation in certain sports to a reasonable amount. This will help prevent overuse injury.
• Keep the abdominal and back muscles strong and the hamstring muscles supple.
• Use proper equipment for your sport.
• Warm up properly before exercising or playing sports.
• Learn proper techniques for exercise and athletic activities.
• Seek medical care for chronic back pain. Early vertebral stress fractures, particularly in adolescents and young adults, may heal with rest.