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Am I a Good Candidate for Artificial Disc Replacement?

January 29, 2021 By Olivia Pryor

Chronic back pain affects over 16 million adults. It is one of the most common conditions limiting human function. When conservative methods no longer work to relieve your pain, your doctor may suggest artificial disc replacement. During this procedure, your surgeon will replace one or two of your spinal discs with metal or plastic discs. Before discussing the details of the surgery, your doctor will review your medical history and assess several factors to ascertain if you are a suitable ... [Read More]

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Top 5 Things to Consider About Artificial Disc Replacement

November 27, 2020 By Yenny Rojas

If you are suffering from chronic pain and limited mobility due to a degenerative or herniated disc and conservative treatment measures aren’t working, it may be time to consider a surgical solution. One alternative is artificial disc replacement (ADR), also known as total disc replacement. However, before moving forward with artificial disc surgery, there are several things you and your doctor should consider: Is Surgery Your Best Option? The decision to undergo artificial disc ... [Read More]

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Artificial Disc Replacement or Spinal Fusion

November 13, 2020 By Yenny Rojas

If you have a severely injured or degenerative disc, you know what it's like to have back pain. You may have a great deal of pain when you sit, or you may notice that simple motions like bending and twisting heighten the discomfort. Fortunately, when other treatments aren't successful, your surgeon at Front Range Spine and Neurosurgery may recommend artificial disc replacement or spinal fusion. So, how do these surgeries compare? During an artificial disc replacement, your surgeon will remove ... [Read More]

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Artificial Discs vs. Spinal Fusion

July 23, 2020 By Alex Hirsch

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Back pain is sometimes treatable without surgery, but surgery may be the best option when the pain is chronic and is becoming unbearable. Spine surgery is highly successful in reducing pain and improving the patient’s quality of life. In a healthy spine, the vertebrae are held together by discs composed of cartilage that act as cushions which absorb shock, such as from walking or running. Each set of two adjacent vertebrae are separated by a protective disc. However, worn-out or damaged discs ... [Read More]

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Recovery from Receiving Artificial Discs

January 24, 2020 By Alex Hirsch

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During recovery from back surgery after receiving one or more artificial discs, the healing phase begins. This procedure requires specific recovery strategies after getting discharged from the hospital. With this in mind, here are some tips on how you can recover after back surgery involving artificial discs. Take Pain Medication Your doctor will most likely prescribe pain medications to manage your postoperative pain. These medications may include over-the-counter pain medicine, narcotic ... [Read More]

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At Front Range Spine and Neurosurgery, Dr. Michael Rauzzino, is a board-certified neurosurgeon and acknowledged expert in both surgical and nonsurgical treatment of intracranial and spinal disorders. Dr. Rauzzino's specialties include Artificial Disc Implants, Cranial Conditions & Tumors, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Spine & Nerve-Related Conditions. Front Range Spine & Neurosurgery has four locations to serve you in Lone Tree, Parker, Colorado Springs, and Aurora, CO.