What is Back (Spine) Fusion Surgery?

Interbody Spine Fusion Surgery allows integrity to be restored to the spine after a bad disc is removed. It helps to stabilize the spine and reduce pain. It is the uniting of two bony segments, whether a fracture or a vertebral joint. In time, normally within 4 months, the bone grafts will unite with the vertebrae above and below to form one piece of bone.

What is done during a Spinal Disc Fusion Surgery?

There are a number of techniques for an interbody fusion of the lumbar spine. First the suregon removes the lamina or the portion of the vertebra that covers the nerves . Removing the lamina relieves some of the pressure on the spine. Then any disc herniation that may be pinching the nerve roots is removed, just like in Microdiscectomy. Rods are secured to the spine with screws in order to hold the discs in place while the bone graft fuses. Bone grafts are added. The incision is closed. The bone graft will fuse over time.

Our Mission Palm Beach Brain & Spine is committed to delivering the highest quality of care and superior service to our patients by utilizing the best practices in our field and providing the most up-to-date breakthroughs and technology in neurosurgery. With a special interest in functional spine surgery and treatment of cancer of the brain and spine, we strive to restore patients to their highest potential in order to live healthy lives free of disability. Our team approach emphasizes direct communication, respect, and caring in all interactions with staff, colleagues, and our patients. These high standards make Palm Beach Brain & Spine a premiere neurosurgical practice in South Florida.

Therapies Aquatic Therapy Aquatic Therapy Program, located in the Wellington office, uses the physical properties of water to assist in healing and exercise performance. Physical Therapy Physical therapy is a conservative treatment which concentrates on ones ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. The science of physical therapy rests on the belief that full and functional movement is key to a healthy body. Our therapists hold advanced degrees and are specially trained in rehabilitation for orthopedic and spine surgeries, movement impairment, functional limitation and musculoskeletal injuries. For your convenience we offer physical therapy services at some of our offices.

It is especially helpful in providing relief of low back and neck pain as well as strengthening and conditioning muscles.

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