Artifical Disc Replacement
An artificial disc is a device that is implanted into the spine to imitate functions of a normal disc. The procedure is typically recommended for patients with pain arising from the disc that has not been adequately reduced with non-operative care. An artificial disc replacement is not recommended for patients with spondylolisthesis, osteoporosis, vertebral body fracture, allergies to the materials in the device, spinal tumor, spinal infection, morbid obesity, significant changes of the facet joins, chronic steroid use, autoimmune problems or who are pregnant.
