Disc Replacement

The disc is the soft cushioning structure located between the vertebras. The disc is flexible enough to allow the spine to bend. An artificial disc (also called a disc replacement, disc prosthesis or spine arthroplasty device) is a device that is implanted into the spine to imitate the functions of a normal disc (carry load and allow motion).

REASONS FOR THIS PROCEDURE

Not everyone with back pain is a good candidate for a disk replacement surgery. We perform a number of tests to determine if it’s the right procedure for you.

Lumbar disk replacement surgery might be recommended if:

• Severe discogenic back pain which has failed to relieve with >6 months of conservative treatment.
• No significant facet joint disease or compression on the nerves.
• No excessively overweight.
• No previous spinal surgery.
• No scoliosis or another spinal deformity.

Indications for Cervical Disc replacement

• Single level discogenic radiculopathy or myelopathy
• Young patient with discogenic neck pain with normal facet joints.

Cervical Disc Replacement

Pre Op MRI

Pre Op

Post Op X-ray