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Disc Replacement
DISC REPLACEMENT
Find Lasting Relief for Your Back and Neck Pain
Living with chronic back or neck pain due to a damaged disc can be incredibly challenging. At Spine Specialists of Louisiana, we’re here to help you find relief and regain your quality of life through advanced disc replacement surgery. Dr. Jorge Isaza and our team of spine care experts use cutting-edge techniques to provide lasting solutions that restore mobility and reduce pain.
Disc replacement surgery is a specialized procedure for patients with spinal disc issues, particularly when the pain is caused by a herniated or degenerative disc. Unlike traditional spinal fusion, disc replacement preserves movement in the spine, allowing you to maintain a more natural range of motion. During the procedure, the damaged disc is replaced with an artificial one which acts as a cushion between the vertebrae to relieve pressure on nerves and stabilize the spine.
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Is Disc Replacement Right for You?
If you’re experiencing severe back or neck pain that hasn’t improved with non-surgical treatments like physical therapy, injections, or medications, disc replacement may be an ideal option. Common conditions treated by disc replacement include:
Herniated Disc: When a disc ruptures and presses on nerves, causing pain that can radiate down the arms or legs.
Degenerative Disc Disease: Age-related wear and tear can cause discs to lose their cushioning, leading to pain and stiffness.
Nerve Compression: Compressed nerves from disc degeneration can cause chronic pain, numbness, or weakness.
If you've tried other treatments with little to no relief and want to avoid the rigidity of a spinal fusion, disc replacement offers a flexible, motion-preserving alternative.
What to Expect from the Procedure
Disc replacement is performed under general anesthesia. During surgery, Dr. Isaza carefully removes the damaged disc and implants an artificial disc designed to mimic the natural movement of your spine. The artificial disc is made of biocompatible materials that allow smooth movement between vertebrae and provide long-lasting support.
This minimally invasive approach helps patients avoid lengthy recovery times. In most cases, the surgery is completed within a few hours and patients experience significantly reduced pain within days.
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Motion Preservation / Total Disc Replacement Surgery
There are many surgical solutions for treating DDD depending upon a patient’s diagnosis, physical condition, surgeon’s training, and other factors. Your surgeon will discuss the options that are available for your situation. One of those options may include an anterior fusion surgical procedure called Total Disc Replacement (TDR) or Anterior Cervical Discectomy Fusion (ACDF) for neck (cervical) conditions, Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) or Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (LLIF) for low back (lumbar) conditions.
Complete disc replacement surgery is designed to relieve pain and improve patient outcomes by removing the degenerated disc and replacing it with an artificial disc. Lumbar Disc Replacement (LDR) is an alternative to spinal fusion surgery that fuses two vertebrae together to treat Degenerative Disc Disease. Compared to fusion, LDR provides increased range of motion and flexibility, is less invasive, and has fewer post-surgery complications.
Prodisc Patient Stories
Prodisc C is the most studied and widely used total disc replacement in the world and is an alternative to cervical fusion. With this procedure, the normal dynamic function of the spine is restored which also reduces pain.
This artificial disc restores the function of the spine through mechanisms that replace intervertebral discs that are located between the vertebral bodies encasing the spinal cord. These discs are vital to the proper functioning of the spine as they act as shock absorbers.
The main goal of Prodisc C is to maintain mobility in the affected intervertebral disc and to reduce extra loading on the adjacent intervertebral discs.
Prodisc L total disc replacement is an alternative to Lumbar Fusion. Used for over 25 years, Prodisc L is used to maintain spinal balance and motion in patients with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD).
The previous gold standard for treatment of DDD was joint fusion which immobilized segments of the spine and has shown to increase the rate of adjacent level degeneration. Prodisc L was created to treat DDD while maintaining motion and improving spine stability. In fact, clinical data has shown that patients had 3.5 times more development of adjacent level disease with fusion than with Prodisc L.
With Prodisc L total disc replacement, recovery time is accelerated, and patients can resume their daily activities faster than other treatments like fusion.
Why Choose Spine Specialists of Louisiana?
Choosing the right team for your disc replacement surgery is crucial. At Spine Specialists of Louisiana, we prioritize patient-centered care, compassionate support, and advanced treatments tailored to your needs. Dr. Isaza is a board-certified spine specialist with extensive experience in performing minimally invasive procedures like disc replacement.
His dedication to staying at the forefront of spine surgery ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care.
Start Your Journey to a Pain-Free Life
If you’re tired of living with chronic pain from a damaged disc, we’re here to help you explore your options. Disc replacement surgery at Spine Specialists of Louisiana offers a chance to reclaim your mobility and enjoy a fuller, pain-free life. To learn more or to see if you’re a candidate, schedule a consultation with our team today. We’re here to answer all your questions and help you make an informed decision about your health.