Varsha Arun Kumar
Introduction Artificial or Total disc replacement (ADR or TDR) is relatively new. In June 2004, the first TDR for the lumbar spine (low back) was approved by the FDA for use in the US.
The Cervical disc replacement uses the same principle and techniques. The disc is part of a complex joint in the spine. Making a replacement disc that works and that will last is not an easy task.
The artificial disc is inserted in the space between two vertebrae. The goal is to replace the diseased or damaged disc ...Read Full Blog
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This is still in primitive stage in India. I do not see this surgery and treatment as a remedy. Many middle class people suffer these issues due to change life style, stress etc. but I do not see this treatment in common. What I see is ultarnative therapies like Accupressure, accupuncture etc.
Posted by hindblogger on 2009-11-05 07:25:47.702871+05:30
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