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Lumbar Disc Replacement

Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) surgery, also known as total disc replacement (TDR), is an alternative to spinal fusion surgery and a treatment option for degenerative disc disease (DDD) and/or recurring disc herniations.

As we age, the natural wear and tear on our discs can create degenerative disc disease. Artificial disc replacement relieves a patient's chronic back pain by removing damaged discs, restoring disc height, and preserving motion.

Learn more to see if lumbar disc replacement is a potential option to solve your back pain.

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How is Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement Performed (A Step...

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5 Potential Problems with Artificial Disc Replacement Surger...

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Which Insurance Providers Cover Lumbar Artificial Disc Repla...

Here is an overview of which major health insurance carriers do and don’t cover lumbar artificial di...

Post-Operative Care for Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement S...

If you've had artificial disc replacement back surgery, these post-operation care tips will help you...

How to Prove Your Case for Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacemen...

Have you been told there’s no evidence for lumbar artificial disc replacement? If so, here are 8 pro...

How Much Does Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery Cost?

Learn how much artificial disc replacement surgery costs and what you need to know about out-of-pock...

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UnitedHealthcare’s New Positive Medical Policy in Favor of L...

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Vail-Summit surgeons perform first spinal disc surgery of it...

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Artificial Disc Could Save Athletes With Spine Injury

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