spinal health and treatment options
RSS Feed Dr. Praveen MummaneniSan Francisco, CA Maintenance of cervical motion. |
 Dr. Vincent TraynelisIowa City, IA The PRESTIGE® Cervical Disc allows a patient to maintain motion across a spinal segment at which a diseased disc was removed. |
 Dr. Brett TaylorSt. Louis, MO The potential benefits are decrease in arm pain, decrease in neck pain and maintenance of cervical range of motion. |
 Dr. Todd LanmanLos Angeles, CA The main benefit of the artificial disc in the cervical spine will be preservation or range of motion and a faster recovery. The overall outcomes are similar to that of fusion with regards to relief of radiculopathy and neck pain. |
 Dr. Todd BonvalletChattanooga, TN The potential benefits for patients who receive the PRESTIGE® Cervical Disc would include resolution of the patient's neck and/or arm pain, resolution of patient's neurologic deficit and quicker return to function. |
 Dr. Paul BroadstoneChattanooga, TN First and foremost, significant relief of the neck and arm symptoms that prompted the patient to seek treatment. Additionally, with arthroplasty the goal is to maintain functional motion and physiology of the spine. |
 Dr. Joseph StachniakPlano, TX The PRESTIGE® Cervical Disc allows the patient to maintain motion. |
 Dr. Michael NeuwirthNew York, NY The potential benefit is pain relief and the maintenance of cervical motion. |
 Dr. Rick SassoIndianapolis, IN After taking pressure off the nerve, the PRESTIGE® Cervical Disc allows restoration of the normal anatomy and motion to occur across that disc segment. |
 Dr. Richard FesslerChicago, IL Potential benefits are less pain and return of strength and sensation. |
The commentary above recounts the experiences of these physicians. Medtronic invited them to share their stories candidly. Keep in mind that results vary; not every patient's response is the same. Talk with your doctor to learn more about any products that are mentioned above.
It is important that you discuss the potential risks, complications and benefits of spinal surgery with your doctor prior to receiving treatment, and that you rely on your doctor's judgment. Only your doctor can determine whether you are a suitable candidate for this treatment.
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