Clinical Rehabilitation Approach for L4-L5 Anterolisthesis with L5-S1 Disc Protrusion: A Physiotherapy Case Report
Abstract: This case report examines the effectiveness of structured physiotherapy rehabilitation in a patient with Grade I L4-L5 anterolisthesis and L5-S1 disc protrusion presenting with chronic low back pain and functional limitation. A 42-year-old female underwent a comprehensive rehabilitation program including electrotherapy, manual therapy, and progressive therapeutic exercises over 15 sessions. Clinical outcomes were assessed using Numeric Pain Rating Scale, Oswestry Disability Index, Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire, range of motion measurements, and manual muscle testing. Post intervention results demonstrated significant improvement, with pain reduced from 8 to 2, functional disability scores improved, lumbar mobility increased, and muscle strength enhanced across all tested groups. The findings support the role of individualized physiotherapy in improving functional outcomes and reducing disability in low-grade spondylolisthesis with disc involvement. Early conservative intervention may reduce progression and need for surgical management.
Keywords: Anterolisthesis, Lumbar disc protrusion, physiotherapy, low back pain, case report
How to Cite?: Sundar Kumar, Marzuqha Rifath, "Clinical Rehabilitation Approach for L4-L5 Anterolisthesis with L5-S1 Disc Protrusion: A Physiotherapy Case Report", Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 374-377, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26403221024, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26403221024