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Welcome to the world of spine health! It’s a journey filled with twists and turns, but you’re not alone. At the spine institute of Florida, our orthopaedic spine surgeons perform common procedures that can reshape your life. Imagine, no more waking up in a cold sweat from shooting back pain, no more struggling to bend down to pick up your grandchild. Instead, think about a life filled with freedom, strength, and movement. That’s what our surgeons can offer you. Let’s explore some of the common procedures these superheroes of spine health perform.
Spinal Fusion
Imagine two adjacent vertebrae causing grief. Like quarreling siblings, they rub each other the wrong way. Enter spinal fusion – the big sister of spine procedures. This surgery joins these vertebrae together, turning two into one. The result? Pain fades away.
Laminectomy
Ever felt as if something is pressing on your spine? Narrowed spinal canals can do that. Laminectomy is the hero we need. Like a sculptor chipping away at unnecessary rock, this surgery removes part of the vertebral bone to ease pressure. Freedom for your spinal nerves.
Discectomy
Think about a jelly donut squished under a heavy book. That’s what happens when a disc herniates – jelly pushes out and presses against your nerves. Discectomy is the cleanup crew. It removes the squished jelly – the protruding disc material – to give nerves room to breathe.
Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
When vertebrae fracture, it feels like a house crumbling. Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are like contractors rebuilding your home. They inject bone cement into the fractures, strengthening your spinal structure. It’s like giving your spine a second chance.
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Sometimes, the pain doesn’t listen to logic. It lingers, despite treatments. Spinal cord stimulation can outsmart it. It sends electrical signals to your spinal cord, blocking pain messages before they reach the brain. It’s like a bouncer denying the pain entry into the brain’s club.
The Future is Here
Picture this – a world where back pain is a mere memory. That’s what the Spine Institute of Florida strives for. With these common procedures, our orthopaedic spine surgeons guide you toward a life of motion and strength. Remember, you’re not facing your journey alone. Our superheroes of spine health are with you, every step of the way. So, say goodbye to waking up in a cold sweat and say hello to freedom, strength, and movement. Your journey to spine health starts now.