Pedicle Screws for Spinal Fusion
What are Pedicle Screws? Pedicle screws are specialized screws used in spinal fusion surgery to stabilize and immobilize the spine. They are an integral part of the instrumentation used … Read More
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Cervical Disc Replacement vs. Cervical Fusion Surgery: Understanding the Differences
When it comes to treating cervical spine conditions, such as herniated discs or degenerative disc disease, there are various surgical options available. Two common procedures are cervical disc … Read More
Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF): Everything You Need to Know
XLIF, or Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion, is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat spinal conditions in the lower back. It involves accessing the spine through a … Read More
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF): Everything You Need to Know
Summary “TLIF” stands for “Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion”. It is a surgical procedure used to treat spinal instability or other conditions that cause pain or nerve compression in the … Read More
Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF): Everything You Need to Know
Summary "PLIF" stands for "Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion." It is a surgical procedure used to treat spinal instability or other conditions that cause pain or nerve compression in the … Read More
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF): Everything You Need to Know
Summary ALIF stands for "Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion." It is a surgical procedure used to treat lower back pain caused by degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, or other spinal … Read More
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF): Everything you Need to Know
Summary Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) surgery is a surgical procedure to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots in the neck by removing a damaged … Read More
Robotic and navigated surgeries are safer and more accurate than traditional, according to a recent systematic review and meta-analysis
The use of navigation systems and robots in spine surgery has grown in popularity over recent years as advances in technology have raised hopes that these systems can … Read More
Spinal Fusion Surgery
Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure that involves joining two or more vertebrae together in the spine. This is typically done to alleviate pain caused by conditions such … Read More
Spine Surgery: An Overview
Spine surgery may be considered for certain disorders of the spine that lead to nerve compression or spinal instability. It can involve procedures such as decompression surgery, spinal … Read More