Artificial Disc Replacement surgery-procedures,preparations

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What you should know for Artificial disc replacement surgery:

· The US Food and Drug Administration approved the first artificial disc replacement for use in the United States in October 2004.

· There are various types of disc replacement devices. The one that has been approved by the FDA has a polyethylene core lying between two metal plates.

· Like any other new technology, the indications for its use are currently very limited. Disc replacement is an option only for patients with specific disc abnormalities.

· Complications can arise from this procedure that can cause long lasting negative effects.

· Disc replacement at this time should only be considered after all other treatment attempts for low back pain have been exhausted. Even then, this type of surgery will not be appropriate for the majority of patients with chronic low back pain.
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What you can do for Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery:

· A physical medicine and rehabilitation physician (physiatrist) who is expert in non-surgical management of low back pain can evaluate you and investigate all of your options for treatment of low back pain. This may include: medications, therapeutic and aerobic exercise, manual medicine, bracing, and injections. Treatment is tailored to your specific needs.

· If all options for conservative care have not helped, seeking a surgical opinion may be your next option. Your physiatrist is a good referral source for a surgical spine specialist.

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