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  2. Spinal Fusion: What It Is, Purpose, Procedure, Risks & Recovery

    my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/25168-spinal-fusion

    Spinal fusion is a surgery procedure that reinforces your back structure and stability by linking two vertebrae together. The vertebrae support each other, with the goal of reducing pain and easing symptoms related to your spinal cord and nerves.

  3. Spinal fusion - Mayo Clinic

    www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/spinal-fusion/about/pac-20384523

    Spinal fusion is surgery to connect two or more bones in any part of the spine. Connecting them prevents movement between them. Preventing movement helps to prevent pain.

  4. Spinal Fusion Surgery: Preparation and Recovery - Verywell Health

    www.verywellhealth.com/spine-fusion-surgery-2549822

    Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that links bones in the spinal column together to treat back problems such as herniated disks, fractures, or scoliosis. During the surgery, vertebrae are fused together to heal into a single solid bone, eliminating movement between them and relieving pain.

  5. What to expect from spinal decompression and fusion surgery

    iuhealth.org/thrive/what-to-expect-from-spinal-decompression-and-fusion-surgery

    Spinal fusion surgery is a year-long journey to surgically repair your spine, recover from the procedure and strengthen your back. It begins with surgery preparation. In the weeks before your surgery, you’ll complete preadmission testing. This makes sure you are healthy enough for surgery.

  6. Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    www.hopkinsmedicine.org/.../minimally-invasive-spinal-fusion

    Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure to join 2 or more bones of your spine together permanently. A minimally invasive spinal fusion uses a smaller cut (incision) than a traditional spinal fusion surgery.

  7. Spinal Fusion - OrthoInfo - AAOS

    orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/treatment/spinal-fusion

    Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure used to correct problems with the small bones in the spine (vertebrae). It is essentially a welding process. The basic idea is to fuse together two or more vertebrae so that they heal into a single, solid bone. This is done to eliminate painful motion or to restore stability to the spine.

  8. Spinal Fusion 101: Understanding Spinal Fusion Surgery

    commonsclinic.com/spinal-fusion-surgery

    Spine surgery, particularly spinal fusion, can address a variety of conditions. It may be recommended for issues affected by: Irregular movement or position of your vertebrae or discs. The shape or stability of the spine. Nerve irritation or compression due to spinal injuries or back arthritis.

  9. Spinal Fusion Surgery: The 5 "W's" You Should Know About - Penn...

    www.pennmedicine.org/.../may/spinal-fusion-surgery-the-5-ws-you-should-know-about

    The goal of spinal fusion surgery is to stabilize parts of the spine. This treatment can lead to a better quality of life for certain patients who experience chronic back pain. It might take several months before your bones fully fuse.

  10. Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure in which two or more vertebrae are permanently joined into one solid bone with no space between them. Vertebrae are the small, interlocking bones of the...

  11. LLIF/XLIF: Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Surgery - HSS

    www.hss.edu/conditions_llif-xlif-lateral-lumbar-interbody-fusion-spine-surgery.asp

    The success rate for lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) and its variant, XLIF, generally ranges from 80% to 90%. Success is typically defined by significant pain relief, improvement in function, and achieving solid fusion of the vertebrae. Factors that influence the success of the surgery include the patient's overall health, the specific ...