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Dr Michael R Wheeler MD Dallas Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr Michael Wheeler MD focuses on treating his patients with care.

What is Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) ?

Discs in the cervical spine (or neck) can degenerate over time or herniate, causing pressure on the spinal cord or the exiting nerve roots. This can lead to neck pain and/or pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling of the shoulder, arm, or hand on the affected side. ACDF is a surgical procedure used to take the pressure off affected nerves by removing the herniated or degenerated disc of the cervical spine. During this procedure, an incision is made in the front of the neck to remove the disc. Depending on the number of problematic discs, one or more discs may be removed. Once the disc(s) is removed, a cage filled with bone graft is inserted into the space to fuse the bones above and below. A small metal plate is usually placed to hold everything in position. For more info see: https://michaelwheelermd.com/anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion-acdf/

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Dr Michael R Wheeler MD Dallas Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr Michael Wheeler MD focuses on treating his patients with care.

What Is Lumbar 360?

When it comes to spine fusion, there are different techniques and multiple ways to fuse the spine. The spine can be fused from the front, the back, or both. “Lumbar 360” is a term used to describe the circumferential fusion of the lumbar spine. The spine can be fused using different approaches, and each of them has their different indications, advantages and disadvantages.

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Neck or Back Pain

Although some causes of neck and back pain are structural, meaning there is an identifiable problem, many sources of neck or back pain do not have an easily identifiable cause. Overuse, muscle strain, poor posture, or other conditions can lead to severe pain in the neck or back. By using a combination of non-surgical techniques, both neck and back pain can be managed effectively.

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Dr Michael R Wheeler MD Dallas Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr Michael Wheeler MD focuses on treating his patients with care.