In a spinal fusion surgery, the damaged disc is removed and a bone spacer is inserted in its place. A metal plate and screws are then placed at the front of the neck to hold the implant in place. The result is a segment that no longer moves, or is “fused”. HOWEVER, research studies have shown that fusions increase the chance of “adjacent segment disease”, where healthy discs above and below the fusion site experience increased stress and can then herniate requiring a subsequent surgery. An artificial disc replacement conversely, preserves NATURAL MOTION and lessens stress on other healthy discs, reducing the risk of a second surgery.
“Advanced disc replacement solutions have allowed us to achieve a success rate of 99%”
Dr. Karsten-Ritter-Lang Disc Replacement Surgeon
“After years of suffering, I avoided spinal fusion surgery, had Disc Replacement Surgery, went to Dr. Ritter-Lang and had a wonderful result.”
“Dr. Ritter-Lang gave me a solution that I was not being offered by my doctors in the US”