The Centeno-Schultz Blog

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Thoracic Herniated Disc Surgery

Disc herniation is a painful medical condition in which the central portion of the disc is pushed outside of the disc and into the spinal canal.  This occurs due to a weakness or injury to the outer sidewall of the disc.  Pain, muscle spasm, muscle weakness, and numbness can occur.  It can occur in the neck, low back, and thoracic spine.Read more about Thoracic Herniated Disc Surgery

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Thoracic Spine Surgery

Thoracic spine surgery is a major surgery aimed at treating injuries in the thoracic spine. Because of the complex anatomy and close proximity to the heart and lungs, there are significant surgical risks and complications. Surgery on the thoracic spine can take hours and may require deflating the lung in order to gain access to the thoracic injury.Read more about Thoracic Spine Surgery

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Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)

Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion is a variant of the Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) technique described by Cloward in the 1950s.  PLIF has been associated with the high incidences of neurological complications, up to 13.6% of permanent neurologic lesions in Barnes’ et al.Read more about Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)

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Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment Option

Trigeminal neuralgia is a condition characterized by sudden, severe facial pain that can be life-altering. Its impact on daily activities, emotional well-being, and quality of life makes understanding and treating the condition a priority for clinicians and researchers alike.Read more about Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment Option

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