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Arizona Disc Replacement Surgery
Many people who have chronic pain and other symptoms associated with a damaged disc in the spine think that spinal fusion surgery is the only surgical option, but if you qualify disc replacement surgery may be an alternative.
Rather than fusing the vertebrae above and below the problem disc, disc replacement surgery removes the damaged disc and replaces it with an implant. Unlike spinal fusion, disc replacement surgery preserves motion in your spine at the point of the damaged disc.
Who Can Get Disc Replacement Surgery?
Are you considering disc replacement surgery in Arizona? Disc replacement surgery is a major surgery, so it is not the first treatment option for an injured disc. More conservative measures that manage pain and help the disc to rehydrate and heal (i.e. medications, injections, physical therapy and/or chiropractic care) should be tried first.
If your pain and symptoms aren’t relieved with non-surgical measures, and if you meet the criteria, disc replacement surgery might be a good option for you.
Disc replacement surgery is not recommended if you:
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have spondylolisthesis (slipping of one vertebra over another)
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have osteoporosis
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have a vertebral body fracture
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have a spinal tumor or infection
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are morbidly obese
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have significant facet joint damage
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have autoimmune problems
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have had certain previous back or abdominal surgeries
What Happens During Disc Replacement Surgery?
Disc replacement surgery is done anteriorly, meaning you’ll be lying on your back and an incision is made in your abdomen for lumbar disc replacement or the front of your neck for cervical disc replacement. Next, the damaged disc is removed and replaced with an artificial disc made of two pieces of metal separated by a biopolymer that mimics the shock-absorbing qualities of the natural disc. You’ll be under general anesthesia for the procedure.
Benefits of Disc Replacement Surgery
For many people, disc replacement surgery is preferable to fusion surgery because replacing the disc preserves the mobility of the spine at the affected site and avoids the need for bone grafts. Patients need to remain immobilized for a much shorter time (one week as opposed to four to six with fusion surgery). Research also suggests that the increased mobility in the vertebrae around the disc implant may protect those vertebrae from further degeneration.
Need Lumbar or Cervical Disc Replacement
Surger in Arizona?
With a complete commitment to patient care, the Desert Spine and Scoliosis Center provides personalized focus to each patient with an emphasis on helping them make the best healthcare decisions that fit their unique situations. No matter what issue you’re dealing with, it’s important to understand that the root cause of back pain varies from person to person. Naturally, for this reason we don’t practice a one size fits all approach in the treatment of back and spinal ailments.
Thankfully, not all patients of back pain are candidates for disc replacement surgeries in Arizona which is why we don’t recommend this type of invasive surgery unless it is the only remaining option. We believe in first trying conservative measures such as medications, injections, and physical therapy for the treatment of back pain.
Need a Second or Third Opinion for Disc
Replacement Surgery in Arizona?
If you’ve been told you need any type of surgery like cervical or lumbar artificial disc replacement surgery in Phoenix or anywhere in Arizona, it’s time to get a second or even third opinion from us.
We’ll recommend the right course of action that is best suited for your specific condition.
Back and neck pain can cause a great deal of discomfort and even debilitating pain. Desert Spine and Scoliosis Center – founded by Dr. Rafath Baig, one of the best disc replacement surgeons in Arizona – understands the tremendous impact back pain can have on the quality of your life. If you or your loved one is suffering from back or spinal issues, we can help. Contact us today.
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Chronic back pain can be debilitating and leave you feeling hopeless. When Craig wasn’t getting the care he felt he deserved, he reached out to Dr. Baig to get the help he needed.
Unfortunately, this is a common problem: People suffering from back pain see a doctor, get diagnosed with some type of “chronic” condition, obtain a prescription and perhaps go to a few physical therapy appointments. They feel a bit better for a time, but the root of the problem is never diagnosed or properly treated. This is how back pain can become chronic, and this is why people ultimately seek the help of Desert Spine and Scoliosis center, expert back surgeons in Phoenix.
Dr. Baig, one of the most respected back surgeons in Phoenix, helped Craig identify his problem by relying on his years of expertise as a spine specialist in Phoenix. With the proper treatment, Craig’s condition improved and he was able to get back into life without the terrible pain that had dragged him down for so long. This is what patients should reasonably expect from our team of Phoenix spine surgeons.
SUCCESS STORIES
For an active 39 year old who participates in Jiujitsu, having a spinal fusion would not have been the right thing for her. We were able to get her back on the mat after a successful disc replacement and she is back living her life
NO MORE BACK PAIN!
For an active young mom, having a spinal fusion was out of the question.
She was back in the gym THE SAME DAY after she had an Endoscopic Decompression. Dr. Baig and is living life
PAIN FREE!
This personal trainer got a cervical disc replacement.
She was able to avoid a fusion, keep her her range of motion, and get back
into the gym
PAIN FREE!
WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY
We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our patients who take the time to leave a review about their experience at our practice.
Your kind words and feedback are greatly appreciated by our entire team, and your review helps other patients make an informed decision about where to turn to for care.
Thanks again for sharing your experience with others. You are making a difference.
T.M. ~ Actual Patient
"Dr Baig and his team are phenomenal. I had a compressed nerve due to a bulging disc and was able to be seen relatively quickly. Surgery was quick and flawless and I have no complaints at all. I truly appreciated how fast they worked to get me seen and out of all the pain I was in! Highly recommend them."
A.H. ~ Actual Patient
"Dr Baig literally changed my life for the better. I had a severely pinched nerve in my neck and needed to get surgery. Immediately at my first consult I felt comfortable and in good hands. I even walked away with a smile on my face during that scary time.
Surgery day couldn’t have gone better. The team he had also had a great bedside manner and helped keep me calm.
After the surgery and in the recovery room, he came in and checked on me and made sure I was all good before releasing me."
S.D. ~ Actual Patient
"Dr Baig was going to be my second opinion for an upcoming scheduled spinal surgery. After my appointment, he will be my surgeon. He gave me a lot of information that was lacking from my other doctors. I felt very comfortable with Dr Baig and his entire office staff. Looking forward to living pain free after we strengthen my bones. It’s going to be a permanent fix and not a bandaid."
Consult Our Back Surgeons in Phoenix
Back pain can often be a result of an accident, injury, or congenital conditions such as scoliosis. Certain forms of back pain can be a result of the natural aging process, including conditions such as disc protrusion and spinal stenosis.
Today, advancements in imaging, and non surgical techniques have led to more treatment options than ever before, allowing us to return our patients the life they once knew…usually without the need for invasive spine surgery.
Typically, back surgeons in Phoenix offer one type of help, even though there are many others available. When you work with Dr. Baig at the Desert Spine and Scoliosis Center, you can rest assured that everything is on the table when it comes to potential treatments that are accepted by the medical world.
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