Last week we spoke about the treatment of intervertebral disc degeneration and degenerative instability through the use of spinal fusion which essentially “locks” the segments which are problematic to ...

Several types of back surgery can help reduce back pain. Common procedures include spinal fusion, discectomy, and disk replacement. Recovery times may depend on the extent of the procedure. Share on ...

Spinal discs sit between the vertebrae of the spine acting as shock absorbers for the back and provide flexibility in the spinal column. Over time, those discs can weaken or develop cracks, sometimes ...

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., July 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Aesculap Implant Systems, LLC today announced that UnitedHealthcare ® has issued a new, positive medical policy for Lumbar Total Disc Replacement (TDR) ...

Spine surgeons are reporting that artificial disc replacement works as well and often better than spinal fusion surgery. The two procedures are performed on patients with damaged discs in the neck.

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– neurosurgeon ...

WEST CHESTER, Pa., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Centinel Spine®, LLC, ("the Company") a leading global medical device company addressing cervical and lumbar spinal disease by providing the most ...

On Friday, Tiger Woods underwent surgery for his seventh time on his back, this time receiving a Lumbar disc replacement in his L4/5. The 15-time major champion was still recovering from Achilles ...

Tiger Woods went through a seventh back surgery Friday, this time to replace a disk in his lower back that had caused pain and mobility issues. Woods said in a social media post Saturday that he had ...

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Centinel Spine®, LLC, ("the Company") a leading global medical device company addressing cervical and lumbar spinal disease through anterior surgical ...