Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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Spinal implants can be used for both fusion and non-fusion surgeries. They can secure your bones in place or they can enable you to bend, twist, and move as you otherwise would. If your doctor thinks ...
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SPINAL SURGERY -Balloon kyphoplasty Procedure What is balloon kyphoplasty and why do we do it?Balloon kyphoplasty is a minimally-invasive procedure used in the treatment of acute, painful osteopo...
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Like vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty injects special cement into your vertebrae — with the additional step of creating space for the treatment with a balloon-like device (balloon vertebroplasty). Kyp...
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Pedicle screws are used sometimes in a spinal fusion to add extra support and strength to the fusion while it heals. Pedicle screws are placed above and below the vertebrae that were fused. A rod is ...
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Spine surgery is traditionally "open surgery." This means that the area being operated on is opened with a long incision to allow the surgeon to view and access the anatomy. In recent years, however, ...
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Spinal Back pain is a common reason people consult their doctor, and in many cases, conservative treatment, including physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications, can bring relief.Spinal Surger...
