AboutGerald Anzalone, D.C. Expertise I can answer questions regarding evidence-based chiropractic practice (the conscientious, explicit, and judicious use of current best evidence in making decisions about the care of individual patients).
Experience 10 years of chiropractic practice. Currently attending the University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine.
Bachelor of Arts, Fordham University, 1991. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College, 1997.
Question Hi. I am interested in starting hytha yoga and have been diagnosed with end plate sclerosis, anterotisthesis
L1 comp.30 %
L-4,5 max tnnderness L5-S1
T-11 & 12 narrowing
Degenerative changes C-5&6, 6 & 7
Should I start YOGA training with a very known and safe instructor?
As a safe beginner or will it be too much for my present spinal condition?
I am 62 male, 187 lbs, and exercise daily and healthy Otherwise
Thanks
JimHusband
Answer I can't provide you with individual, specific recommendations for exercise or therapeutic interventions, since I am not your clinician and I don't have the benefit of knowing your entire clinical picture, but as a general observation, I note that you describe an anterolisthesis, presumably of your lumbar spine.
Regarding anterolistheses, movements or positions that induce extreme flexion in the spine (lower back) are probably not a good idea, since the vertebra is already displaced in a forward (or anterior) position.
You should address questions regarding the appropriateness of a specific exercise regimen to your health care provider.
