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Disc replacement or fusion? How we decide together
Both procedures relieve pain, but they change how your spine moves in different ways. A guide to the questions we walk through before choosing.
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Recovery After Disc Replacement: What to Expect
Most patients walk within hours and many return to light office work in one to two weeks. Here is a typical recovery timeline after artificial disc replacement.
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What are the primary symptoms of an osteoporotic compression fracture?
Sudden back pain that eases when you lie down, a loss of height or a curved posture can all point to a spinal compression fracture. Learn the warning signs.
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Can a spinal compression fracture heal without surgery?
Most osteoporotic compression fractures heal with bracing, activity changes, therapy and treatment of the bone loss. Here is when a procedure may be needed.
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