Schmorls Nodes Lumbar Region
Definition:
Prolapse of the nucleus pulposus through the lumbar vertebral body endplate into the spongiosa of an adjacent vertebra.
Symptoms:
- May or may not be symptomatic
- Lower back pain
- Chronic pain
- Radiculopathy
Causes:
- Arthritis
- Scoliosis
- Lumbar spine stenosis
- Sports injury
- Degeneration
- Genetic component
Treatment:
- ROM and stretching
- Core stabilization exercises
- Lower extremity strengthening
- Posture program
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
Plank Hold Alternate UE LE
Lunge Walk Med Ball Rotation
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