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The return to sports activity in spon-
dylolysis and low-grade spondylolis-
thesis varies between 6-12 months,
with controversy being the return to
contact sports practice (eg. football
and hockey) and sports with spinal
hyperextension such as gymnastics
and dance. 2
Conclusion
There is no gold standard approach
for spondylolysis and low-grade
spondylolisthesis in athletes. The
literature suggests an initial con-
servative intervention with modifica-
tion of physical activity, kinesiological
techniques and trunk orthosis. The
treatment and return to sport activity
should be individualized according to
the severity of the injury, associated
symptoms and modality practiced.
The authors declare no conflicts of
interest.
Correspondence to:
Inês Mendes Ribeiro, Hospital Prof. Dou-
tor Fernando Fonseca, EPE.
[email protected]
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