I have a protruding disc in my back at L5/S1 and instead of doing a cage surgery the artificial disc is an alternative. Anyone have any knowledge or has had the surgery s I know what to expect as far as recovery and success rate for the surgery. Thanks Bookmark It Hide Sites
Read MoreÉMany years ago I underwent a fusion surgery because I was told it was the only option…recently I found out that in Germany has been doing disc replacement for almost 20 years. Is any research being done to reverse spinal fusion so that replacements may be put in? I found very little information on search [...]
Read MoreÉThe Central texas spine institute (http://www.spine-ctsi.com/Maverick.htm) states that the clinical trial for the Maverick (& similar A-Mav) artificial disc replacement device has ended. How can I find out more on the status of the FDA’s approval? The FDA website does not mention the device, and clinicaltrials.gov does not provide any type of status information. Bookmark [...]
Read MoreÉMy insurance won’t cover the back surgery because it is new to the U.S. My doctor recommended an alternative surgery called a fusion, but it has some downfalls to it, like limited mobility of that part of my spine. Does anyone know anything about either of these types of surgery. If so, what is your [...]
Read MoreÉ4 replacements in my lower back, L-2, L-3, L-4,L-5. 2 in my cervical spine, C3 and C4. These operations took me from a wheelchair to walking enough that I was able to return to my former work as a Nurse/Paramedic, with minimal pain. Anything else you want to know, contact me through the contact area [...]
Read MoreÉI have had two prior surgeries to remove ruptured discs in the lumbar region of my back. The doctor is now talking about doing a fusion. I have researched Charite (pronounced Share-a-tay) and believe this might be better in my case. Any opinions? I found out about this after I spoke with him last and [...]
Read MoreÉIs there a way to find out who has performed the most of these procedures, without the endless process of asking doctor after doctor, individualy? I know that this has been performed less in the U.S. then in some european countries, but, is there a way to get these numbers, so as to select a [...]
Read MoreÉI am considering Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery I would like to here stories of good and bad experience Bookmark It Hide Sites
Read MoreÉI had ADR 2 years ago and after 6 months of smooth recovery suddenly went back into terrible pain. The doctors can only identify that the facet joints around the ADR are inflammed. Steroid and nerve block injections do not work. I am on tons of pain meds and a spinal stimulator but still in [...]
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