Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery Specialist

Sanjay Khurana, MD

Spine Surgery located in Marina Del Rey, CA & Manhattan Beach, CA

If you experience chronic back or neck pain due to a herniated or damaged vertebral disc, consider artificial disc replacement. At Commons Clinic, experienced spine surgeon Sanjay Khurana, MD, offers advanced artificial disc replacement surgery for the neck and back. The treatment can relieve pain, encourage mobility, and help you recover from a debilitating spine condition. To make an appointment, call the office in Manhattan Beach or Marina Del Rey, California, or click the online booking feature today.

Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery Q & A

What is artificial disc replacement surgery?

Artificial disc replacement surgery is an orthopedic procedure that replaces a diseased or damaged vertebral disc with an artificial prosthesis. Artificial discs are made of materials like metal or plastic and prevent your vertebrae from rubbing up against each other.

Thanks to advanced surgical tools and anesthetics, the procedure presents few risks and provides long-lasting results.

Who is a candidate for artificial disc replacement surgery?

You’re likely a candidate for artificial disc replacement surgery if you regularly experience neck or back pain and it doesn’t respond to at-home treatment like rest or anti-inflammatory medication.

Dr. Khurana might recommend artificial disc replacement surgery if:

Your vertebrae are healthy, and you don’t have any compressed spinal nerves
You’re at a healthy weight
You don’t have scoliosis or another structural abnormality
You haven’t had spine surgery before

Following a physical exam, a review of your medical records, and a series of lab tests, he can develop a custom treatment plan.

What does artificial disc replacement surgery involve?

Dr. Khurana performs artificial disc replacement at a hospital or surgical facility. He administers general anesthesia before the procedure begins, putting you to sleep.

Once you’re comfortable, Dr. Khurana makes an incision in your abdomen to access your spine.

Dr. Khurana uses special surgical tools to carefully remove your damaged or diseased vertebral disc. He replaces the diseased or damaged disc with an artificial prosthetic.

Following the procedure, Dr. Khurana moves you to a recovery room for observation while the anesthesia wears off.

What is recovery like after artificial disc replacement surgery?

After artificial disc replacement surgery, you stay in the hospital for several days. It’s normal to experience some pain and swelling. Take your medication as prescribed and follow Dr. Khurana’s instructions carefully.

To speed up your recovery process, it’s important to participate in physical therapy. Physical therapy teaches you stretches and strengthening exercises to keep your spine limber and encourage your body’s natural healing process.

To see if you’re a candidate for artificial disc replacement surgery, make an appointment with Sanjay Khurana, MD, at LA Spine Group by calling the nearest office or clicking the online booking feature today.

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