MIS TLIF What is MIS TLIF? First, what is a spinal fusion? A fusion surgery involves the joining (essentially “welding”) of two vertebrae. This includes removing a damaged or worn out disc and replacing it with a spacer that restores normal disc height. The spacer acts as a placeholder to keep the
MIS LLIF What is MIS LLIF? A fusion surgery, in general, involves the joining (essentially “welding”) of two vertebrae. This includes removing a damaged or worn out disc and replacing it with a spacer that restores normal disc height. The spacer acts as a placeholder to keep the vertebrae spread apart so
“I have back pain going down my legs. My spine surgeon told me I need a fusion. I have never had back surgery before, and I hear bad things about fusions. Why is my doctor recommending a fusion? I am confused and scared...” The treatment of spinal disorders is
