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  1. www.spine-health.com › conditions › spine-anatomyAll about L5-S1 (Lumbosacral Joint) | Spine-health

    The L5-S1 spinal motion segment, also called the lumbosacral joint, is the transition region between the lumbar spine and sacral spine in the lower back. In this region, the curvature of the spine changes from lumbar lordosis (forward curve) to sacral kyphosis (backward curve). L5-S1 helps transfer loads from the spine into the pelvis and legs.

  2. www.usaspinecare.com › back_problems › degenerativeWhat is L5-S1 degenerative disc disease? - USA Spine Care ...

    This joint provides stability to the spinal column and allows the torso to bend and twist through a wide range of motion. The hardworking L5-S1 disc, which lies between the L5 and S1 vertebrae, can cause discomfort if it bulges out of position or herniates.

  3. www.performancepain.com › blog › l5-s1-pain-and-itsL5-S1 Pain and its Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

    Are you struggling with lower back pain and searching for answers? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore a common source of such discomfort: L5-S1 pain. By understanding the anatomy and function of this critical spinal segment, you’ll gain valuable insights into the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for L5-S1 pain, empowering you to take control of your health and wellbeing.

  4. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK560679Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

    Jul 22, 2023 · Introduction. Lumbosacral spondylolisthesis is the forward translation of the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5) over the first sacral vertebra (S1). Bilateral L5 pars defect (spondylolysis) or repetitive stress injury is the primary etiology behind lumbosacral spondylolisthesis. The degree of a slip often correlates with the degree of symptoms.

    • Katarzyna Studnicka, George Ampat
    • 2023/07/22
    • University of Liverpool

  5. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesPercutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy for L5-S1 disc ...

    Feb 2, 2023 · PMCID: PMC9901959. PMID: 36749265. Percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy for L5-S1 disc herniation based on image analysis and clinical findings: A retrospective review of 345 cases.

    • 10.1097/MD.0000000000032832
    • 2023/02/02

  6. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesSacroiliac joint pain after multiple-segment lumbar fusion: a ...

    Dec 20, 2017 · Sacroiliac joint pain (SIJP) after lumbar fusion surgery has recently gained attention as a source of low back pain after lumbar fusion. There are two risk factors for postoperative SIJP, i.e., fusion involving the sacrum and multiple-segment fusion.

  7. mvmhealth.com › blog › unveiling-the-mysteryUnveiling the Mystery: Exploring the Curious Case of L5-S1 ...

    May 28, 2024 · During this exam, your doctor will check your back for areas of tenderness and assess your spine’s range of motion, reflexes, muscle strength, and sensation. This helps them understand whether your symptoms align with disc herniation and rule out other potential causes of back pain.