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The Advantages of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Surgery for certain spinal conditions can be done using traditional, open procedures or minimally invasive techniques. Spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and other spinal conditions can cause persistent or severe pain that does not respond to medication, physical therapy, or other nonsurgical forms of treatment. When this happens, your neurosurgeon may recommend traditional or minimally invasive spine surgery. Minimally invasive…
Read MoreSurgical Options for Treating the Painful Side Effects of a Herniated Disc
More than three million Americans suffer from a herniated disc in their back each year. Surgical options are often the optimal solution for treating extreme pain associated with a ruptured or herniated disc. The painful side effects of a herniated disc in the spine are usually the result of age-related wear and tear or degeneration in the spinal…
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