Yes, this has some meaning to me; will explore further.
I also had a meeting with the surgeon. Bottom line: probably premature to consider spinal fusion right now. Reason: it would probably fix the problem but could lead to further problems in the future. First two conditions apply to me.
I have spondylolisthesis due to a pars defect.
Workout notes: I still worked out; full PT plus strength.
Pull ups 4 sets of 5, set of 10, 6 sets of 5: 2 wide, 2 mixed grip, 2 chin grip Worked to prevent “hunch-back.”
Pushups: 30 incline, 30 decline, 20 deficit, 20 regular
Swiss bar bench: 10 x 134, 10 x 145
dead: 10 x 134, 10 x 184, high: 10 x 260 (slightly sloppy on the final rep; I cannot do these when fatigued)
high incline: 3 sets of 10 x 93
rows: 3 sets of 10 each arm; super light weight
curls: 3 sets of 10
Life of an old goat 