• For patients deemed suitable candidates, disc replacement surgery is performed. The procedure involves removing the damaged or degenerated spinal disc and replacing it with an artificial disc implant, preserving motion at the affected spinal segment.
• The surgical approach may vary depending on factors such as the location of the affected disc and the surgeon’s preference. Common approaches include anterior (through the abdomen) or posterior (through the back) approaches.
• The surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia, and patients may stay in the hospital for a few days for postoperative monitoring and pain management.