Motion Preservation and Non-Fusion Techniques
Motion Preservation and Non-Fusion Techniques
- Artificial disc replacement (cervical and lumbar)
- Dynamic stabilization systems
- Non-fusion techniques for younger patients
Dr. Rohan is likely an expert in motion preservation and non-fusion techniques for treating spinal conditions. These advanced approaches aim to address issues with the spine while maintaining as much natural motion as possible, avoiding the need for traditional spinal fusion. Spinal fusion, while effective in stabilizing the spine, involves permanently joining vertebrae together, which can limit movement and place additional strain on nearby joints. In contrast, motion preservation techniques allow patients to maintain spinal flexibility and function, promoting a better long-term quality of life.
Some of the common motion preservation and non-fusion techniques Dr. Rohan may utilize include:
- Artificial Disc Replacement: This procedure involves removing a damaged or degenerated intervertebral disc and replacing it with an artificial disc made of durable materials. The new disc helps preserve the natural movement of the spine, allowing patients to retain flexibility while reducing pain caused by disc degeneration or herniation.
- Total Disc Arthroplasty: A form of artificial disc replacement, this technique is specifically used to replace a damaged disc in the neck (cervical spine) or lower back (lumbar spine). By maintaining motion at the treated level of the spine, this approach prevents the stress and degeneration that can occur at adjacent levels, which is a common issue after traditional fusion surgery.
- Motion-Sparing Spine Surgery: Techniques like minimally invasive spinal decompression or partial disc removal can be used to treat conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis. By removing only the portion of the disc causing nerve compression, these procedures help alleviate pain while preserving the remaining healthy parts of the spine.
- Interspinous Process Devices: These devices are implanted between the spinous processes of the vertebrae to help relieve pressure on the nerves in cases of spinal stenosis. They allow for movement of the spine but help prevent excessive compression.
By utilizing these innovative approaches, Dr. Rohan can treat patients with conditions like degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, and other disorders, preserving motion and improving both function and long-term spinal health.
