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In the latest installment of the “Spine Arthropl

In the latest installment of the “Spine Arthroplasty Triumphs & Defeats Case Discussion Series,” Dr. Todd Lanman shared several cases in which spinal fusion patients reversed the procedure’s damaging effects by converting their spinal fusion to a total disc replacement. Referred to by Dr. Lanman as restorative motion surgery, this off-label procedure provides a solution for patients whose fusions failed or should never have had their spine fused. His presentation, titled “Conversion of Failed Fusions to TDR and Conversion of Solid Fusions to TDR,” included a panel of esteemed spine surgeons who discuss indications for fusion reversal.

Learn more and watch the entire recorded presentation. Link in bio.
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The good news is you can’t become paralyzed due

The good news is you can’t become paralyzed due to the degeneration of your spinal discs. Herniated discs that slip back into the spinal canal and press on spinal nerves could paralyze you, but that’s an entirely different issue than disc degeneration. The worst result of degenerative disc disease is chronic neck or back pain and limited motion and enjoyment of everyday activities, but Artificial Disc Replacement can be an effective solution.
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Who do you trust when your back or neck pain is de

Who do you trust when your back or neck pain is debilitating? You don't have to live in pain forever. Becker's Spine Review released its list of 25 Spine Practices to Know in 2023 – and ADR Spinal Restoration Center landed at the top.   Get specialized treatment, ranging from artificial disc replacement to regenerative therapy, from Hollywood's leading spinal neurosurgeon and the ADR team. Call us at 310.385.7766 to schedule a consultation at one of our premier locations today.
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Thank you, Howard. There is nothing I enjoy more

Thank you, Howard.

There is nothing I enjoy more than seeing my patients regain their health and mobility so they can get back to their active, fulfilling lives.
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The length of the surgery depends on where your su

The length of the surgery depends on where your surgery is taking place (cervical or lumbar) and how many discs are being fused. One disc in the neck may take an hour and a half, with an extra hour added for each additional disc. For the lower back, you can expect about an hour and a half per disc, which could take up to eight hours total depending on the extent of the surgery.
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It’s not every day you come across a spinal neur

It’s not every day you come across a spinal neurosurgeon who has personally gone through multiple spinal surgeries, including fusions and artificial disc replacements. I've undergone 11 spinal surgeries, which have shaped my relationships with patients and helped me understand their perspectives.
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The pros of artificial disc replacement in the nec

The pros of artificial disc replacement in the neck include motion preservation, mobility, and relief from neck and arm pain. As for cons, while disc failure is possible, it’s exceedingly rare. In cases of failure, it usually points to flaws in patient selection – for example, selecting a patient that’s too arthritic for an artificial disc. There’s also a risk of infection, but ADR infection rates are very low. The pros of artificial disc replacement significantly outweigh the cons.

To schedule a consultation clink the link in bio.
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Wishing you good health, happiness and #movement i

Wishing you good health, happiness and #movement in 2023.
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Merry Christmas! Wishing you all a healthy and hap

Merry Christmas! Wishing you all a healthy and happy holiday with your loved ones.
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Holiday party ready with the best team in the busi

Holiday party ready with the best team in the business. Thank you all for going above and beyond this year - and every year.

Merry Christmas from the Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery team!
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When patients have a failed disc replacement, they

When patients have a failed disc replacement, they typically show good progression and minimal pain for the first three months or so, followed by returning achy neck pain, pain down the side of the shoulder, or pain down the arm.

This can be a sign of:
1. A disc space infection, a slow-growing bacteria that comes from the skin (very rare)
2. The implant not functioning properly, causing excess loading in the spine
3. Improper decompression of nerves, which can pinch spinal nerves and cause more pain

To avoid these unwanted symptoms of failed cervical ADR, the surgeon must be qualified, experienced in performing this specific operation, and know how to release nerves successfully.
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In Becker's most recent Ask Spine Surgeons series,

In Becker's most recent Ask Spine Surgeons series, the publication spoke with top spine surgeons around the country to discover what they'd like to see for the next generation of spine robots.

Here’s what Dr. Lanman had to say:

"The spine surgical robotic systems are primarily designed for pedicle screw insertion and guiding the screws robotically into the bone for fixation, both of which are done posteriorly. However, these robots are not currently designed to tackle artificial disc replacement, which is done anteriorly. Without this improvement, spine surgical robotic systems will not be nearly as useful in ADR as they could be. I have spoken to several companies about developing image-guided surgical techniques and robotics that would help spine surgeons align the artificial disc in the correct locations as they approach from the front (anterior) of the spine."

Link in bio to full article.
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The rate of degeneration is highly variable. I hav

The rate of degeneration is highly variable. I have personally seen the full range of possibilities, including a 16-year-old with significant DDD, a 73-year-old with the spine of a young person, rapid progression within 6 months as well as up to 15 years with little to no progression. Much of the progression depends on genetics, so understanding how DDD has impacted your family may provide clues to how it may affect you.
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There were 4 spine surgery milestones featured in

There were 4 spine surgery milestones featured in Becker's Spine Review this past October including Drs. Lanman and Cuellar completing the first three-level artificial disc replacement using the new Prodisc C Vivo implant. Find out more at the link in the bio.
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The field of motion restoration surgery is expandi

The field of motion restoration surgery is expanding and improving, and so are the devices we're using. We already know that ADR in the cervical spine is superior to other fusion devices out there in outcome measures, range of motion measures, and neck pain scores - and, just as importantly, a reduced need for next-level surgeries.

Here's what's next in motion restoration surgery and how I select the disc solution that's optimal for each patient's unique anatomy and range of motion.
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Happy Thanksgiving! If you can twist, bend, and mo

Happy Thanksgiving! If you can twist, bend, and move freely and without pain, that’s something to be grateful for.
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What to Expect Long-Term After Cervical ADR: 
➡️ Relieved pain and restored spinal mobility to enjoy simple tasks and pleasures, like driving a car and getting comfortable in bed
➡️ Getting your work done with little to no pain
➡️ Exercising effectively with restored neck mobility
➡️ Enjoying sports with natural bending, twisting, and flexion of the neck

Learn more about cervical ADR recovery and what life can look like when you’re pain-free at the link in my bio.
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To all of our veterans, we thank you for your serv

To all of our veterans, we thank you for your service.
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The shape of the spine is critical to fully restor

The shape of the spine is critical to fully restoring a patient's mobility and eliminating pain through spinal surgery. In some cases, neck fusion patients continue to experience chronic pain after their surgery due to the fusion not mimicking their natural spinal curvature (leading to incorrect head positioning). This can be incredibly painful, pulling on the muscles in the neck and even down into the thoracic spine.

Fortunately, a correction of as little as 10 degrees can completely eliminate pain. Here's how Dr. Lanman approaches Advanced Disc Replacement surgery to reverse an old fusion surgery, helping patients rebuild atrophied muscle, restore mobility, and get his patients back to living life pain-free.
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What is ADR surgery like, and what are the potenti

What is ADR surgery like, and what are the potential risks and complications? As with any surgery, there is some risk with artificial disc replacement. However, the complication rate for ADR is very low and, while it is not a minimally-invasive procedure, it’s fairly straightforward when you are working with a seasoned spinal neurosurgeon. In cervical disc replacement surgery, which is a shorter surgery than lumbar disc replacement, the procedure takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour per disc. In both cervical and lumbar disc replacement surgeries, the key is working with experienced, skilled surgeons who have approached these procedures thousands of times.
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