An important and limiting complication of cervical spine fusion surgery is the development of DDD in adjacent discs. [5–7] Artificial intervertebral disc arthroplasty has been proposed as an ...

Patients who received the artificial disc returned to work ... up was not long enough to determine the effect of disc replacement versus surgery on the rate of development of DDD in adjacent ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Advancements in disc replacement surgery are revolutionizing spinal care. The latest technology offers new hope for pain relief and mobility. Dr. Patrick Tomak ...

Lower back surgery represents a life-changing decision that demands careful consideration. While many view surgery as a ...

Lumbar disc replacement surgery is a more effective and reliable ... Some possible risks include bleeding and infection of ...

For many patients the only option currently available is invasive back surgery, usually spinal fusion or artificial disc replacement, is unacceptable. Surgery like this can lead to more problems ...

Four-level cervical disc replacement is rare, but a small study published in the October issue of the International Journal of Spine Surgery found the procedure ...