Artificial Disc Replacement

Artificial disc replacement surgery is a surgical procedure that replaces a damaged or worn out spinal disc with an artificial one. It is an alternative to spinal fusion for the treatment of instability and painful degeneration of the spine. The procedure can be performed in both cervical and lumbar spine. In qualified patients, this procedure may preserve more of the cervical spine’s natural motion compared to traditional fusion. The device is designed to move with the spine in a way that restores range of motion so the patient can once again move normally and without pain.