Lumbar Disc Replacement explained by Dr. Jessica Shellock - Spine Surgeon Plano

In this video, Dr. Jessica Shellock, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Texas Back Institute talks about Lumbar Disc Replacement, also known as artificial disc replacement, in the low back. Disc replacement is a motion preserving spine surgery allowing the patient to maintain mobility at the level of the spine surgery as compared to traditional fusion surgery. Dr. Shellock explains what disc replacement is, how the surgery is done, the differences in disc replacement and fusion, surgery, and who is a candidate for lumbar disc replacement.
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[@bobwatson6558]

Thank you for reaching out I have seen Doc Boa does he do this procedure.

[@RodWick]

Whats your functionality limitations after a successful lumbar disc replacement? I'm a farmer/rancher late 30s that wants to keep at it. The prednisone injection I get once a year arent going to work for me much longer.

[@dobklyznskovik6705]

I have mild scoliosis (less than 30°), but everything else is normal. Would I still be a candidate?

[@Joejoe-dk7ri]

Im looking solution for l4-l5-s1 .. i suffering about 8 years. Recently i been told i have ankylosing spondylitis. So is that possibility to get disc replacement surgery if you have ankylosing spondylitis? Thank u

[@johngoldenbritt5112]

Lumbar ADR L2 -L3 possible after laminectomy?

[@fisherman1424]

Can you still be a candidate for this surgery if you have had a previous anterior lumbar fusion at L5 S1. L4-L5 needs help?

[@TexasBack]

There are a variety of options for patients who have had previous surgery, but it depends on the anatomy and if you are a candidate for this type of procedure. If you would like a consultation with a specialist, call us at 972-608-5000 or visit texasback.com

[@bobwatson6558]

Can you have a disc replacement if you have had a laminectomy. Can you have more than one done.

[@TexasBack]

There are a variety of options for patients who have had previous surgery, but it depends on the anatomy and if you are a candidate for this type of procedure. If you would like a consultation with a specialist, call us at 972-608-5000 or visit texasback.com

[@LilJohnny_]

2 week post op from a L5s1 ADR

[@ftworthtexan9082]

How are you feeling today? How has your recovery been bow that your 30 days post op?

[@clayton2500]

Any updates??