Symptoms include pain in the involved areas of the spine and, in some instances, pain or numbness to the arms or legs. Loss of flexibility is also typical. Spondylolisthesis - an abnormal spinal condition in which one vertebrae slips or is improperly aligned over another vertebrae. If abnormal motion allows this vertebrae to slip back and forth spinal nerves may be affected causing pain, numbness, tingling or weakness in the legs. Many individuals do not have symptoms with this condition while others experience long standing back pain.
Spondylolisthesis is most common in the lumbar area.
Scoliosis - a condition where the natural curves of the spine are affected. As a result you may have back pain, an uneven waist, uneven shoulders, prominent shoulder blades or elevated hips. You may even lean to one side. In some individuals scoliosis does not cause pain, but in others symptoms are chronic. Kyphosis - involves the backwards bending of the spine.