A Detailed Guide on Lumbar Spine Surgery

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Another option for lumbar spine surgery is lumbar fusion. This surgery involves fusing the problematic segment of the vertebrae to improve painful motion in the lower back. Two of the common spinal conditions for which the orthopedic surgeon may recommend lumbar fusion surgery are degenerative disc disease and spondylolisthesis.

The surgeon uses a bone graft for fusing vertebrae. This surgery stops any movement of the fused spinal segment but provides relief from pain and disability caused by the spinal condition.

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