Treatment Options
Treatment Options
Decisions regarding treatment for your back must be made carefully. In most instances, there is ample time to learn about your spinal condition so that you can make an educated decision about your care.
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy with Fusion (ACDF)
- Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Cervical Corpectomy
- Cervical Foraminotomy
- Cervical Laminectomy
- Cervical Laminoplasty
- Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
- Balloon Kyphoplasty
- Direct Lateral Interbody Fusion (DLIF)
- Lumbar Laminectomy
- Minimally Invasive Lumbar Discectomy
- Posterolateral Lumbar Fusion
- Spinal Decompression
- Spinal Fusion
- Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
- X-Stop® Spacer
You are the only one who can decide to have spinal surgery. It is important that you take ownership of this decision, recognizing the limitations your particular physical condition places on the potential success of each of the treatment options. If you choose to have spine surgery, your physical condition and your mental attitude will play a role your body’s ability to heal. You must approach your surgery with confidence, a positive attitude, and a thorough understanding of the anticipated outcome. You should have realistic goals and work steadily to achieve those goals.
The decision to have or not to have spinal surgery includes weighing the risks and benefits involved. You will make the final decision, so ask your spine surgeon questions about anything you do not understand. Since medical care is tailored to each person’s needs and differences, not all information presented here will apply to your treatment or its outcome. Seek the advice of your physician and other members of the health care team for specific information about your medical condition.
