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The latest publications from Dr. Lanman and his collegues at Lanman Spine And Neurosurgery. VIEW ALL
June 19,2025

How to Strengthen Lower Back Discs Affected by Osteoporosis

The experts at Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery understand the complexities of spinal health and offer comprehensive care for conditions like osteoporosis. We specialize in advanced, patient-centered care for spinal health, including the management of osteoporosis-related conditions. Our team of experts combines cutting-edge treatments with personalized care to help patients maintain a strong and healthy spine. For

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June 12,2025

What Is Motion-Preserving Spine Surgery? Advanced Spine Care with Dr. Todd Lanman

Motion-preserving spine surgery is an advanced treatment option designed to address spinal conditions while preserving the natural movement of the spine.

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May 19,2025

Safe and Effective Workouts for Herniated Disc Relief

Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery, led by renowned spinal surgeon Dr. Todd H. Lanman, is at the forefront of spinal health and treatment for herniated discs. With decades of experience and expertise in advanced surgical techniques like artificial disc replacement, Dr. Todd Lanman offers comprehensive care for patients suffering from spinal conditions. Exercise can strengthen the muscles

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June 24,2025

Dr. Todd H. Lanman to Present at International Total Disc Arthroplasty Masterclass in Amsterdam

World-renowned spinal neurosurgeon and motion preservation expert Dr. Todd H. Lanman will join an elite international faculty at the Total Disc Arthroplasty Masterclass in Amsterdam on June 20, 2025. Dr. Lanman will deliver a series of educational presentations and case-based discussions on the expanding indications for total disc replacement (TDR)-including highly complex cases.   Dr.

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Becker Spine Review
May 21,2025

Dr. Todd Lanman, Dr. Jared Ament Debut Combined Motus, Tops Spine Surgery

Dr. Todd Lanman and Dr. Jared Ament have performed the first known procedure combining the Motus total joint replacement and the TOPS system at adjacent spinal levels. The case involved a patient with severe facet disease, treated with Motus at L5-S1 and the TOPS system at L4-L5.   This innovative construct represents a new milestone

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April 03,2025

Dr. Lanman Featured on Becker’s Healthcare Ambulatory Surgery Centers Podcast

Dr. Todd H. Lanman, a renowned spine surgeon at Cedars-Sinai and expert in artificial disc replacement, was a recent guest on the Becker’s Healthcare Ambulatory Surgery Centers Podcast. In this episode, he discusses the latest advancements in disc replacement technology, the challenges surrounding insurance approvals, and the expanding role of restorative motion surgery as an

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Dr. Lanman's publications and research featured in the worlds leading medical journals. VIEW ALL
September 19,2024

Facet Joint Loading After 1-, 2- And 3-Level Cervical Disc Arthroplasty: A Comparison of Spiked Versus Keeled Baseplates

Authors Jason M. Cuellar, MD, PhD ∙ Todd Lanman, MD ∙ Nicole Mottole, BE ∙ Michael Wernke, RP, PhD ∙ Elizabeth Carruthers, ME ∙ Antonio Valdevit, PhD   Background The purpose of this study was to examine facet contact forces above, below, and at surgical index levels induced by artificial disc implantation and compare the

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May 14,2024

Lumbar Total Disk Replacement Device Removals and Revisions Performed During a 20-Year Experience with 2141 Patients

Study Design This was a retrospective study with prospective patient contact attempted to collect current data. Objective The purpose was to investigate the incidence and reasons for lumbar total disk replacement (TDR) removal or revision.   Summary of Background Data A concern regarding lumbar TDR was safety, particularly the need for device removal or revision.

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February 15,2024

Prosthesis Design and Likelihood of Achieving Physiological Range of Motion After Cervical Disc Arthroplasty

The functional goals of cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA) are to restore enough range of motion (ROM) to reduce the risk of accelerated adjacent segment degeneration but limit excessive motion to maintain a biomechanically stable index segment. This motion-range is termed the “Physiological mobility range.” Clinical studies report postoperative ROM averaged over all study subjects but they do not report what proportion of reconstructed segments yield ROM in the Physiological mobility range following CDA surgery.

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