How long is a 360 spinal fusion surgery?

Bone graft is placed along both sides of the back part of the spine. Pedicle screws may be placed in the vertebrae above and below the level to be fused. The screws are connected with rods. Surgery takes approximately 2-5 hours.

What is a 360 degree spinal fusion?

360 Fusion (ALIF & PLF) is a minimally invasive procedure that restores spinal stability and provides pain relief by fusing both the front and back of the spine.

How long does it take to recover from Tlif surgery?

Your Recovery You may have trouble sitting or standing in one position for very long and may need pain medicine in the weeks after your surgery. It may take 4 to 6 weeks to get back to doing simple activities, such as light housework. It may take 6 months to a year for your back to get better completely.

Is it safe to have a 360 degree spinal fusion?

Just because a 360 degree fusion is the popular option doesn’t mean it’s the safest or most effective option. The spine is not meant to be a stationary structure, so leave the fusing to the welders, and look into other options to address your pain and spinal instability that will allow you to maintain the natural movement and curve of your spine.

What does 360 degree fusion anterior and posterior mean?

What is a 360° Fusion (Anterior and Posterior)? 360 degree lumbar fusion is also known as an Anterior/Posterior Lumbar fusion. The procedure is an extremely common method for fusing the lumbar spine in which there is an incision anterior in the abdominal area and incisions posterior in the lumbar or low back region.

Are there any positive stories about spinal fusion?

If you’ve been researching spinal fusion, it’s likely you’ve read and heard stories painting it in a not-so-positive light. On the other hand, you can also find people who claim the surgery reduced their pain and improved their quality of life.

Which is less invasive 360 or trans lumbar fusion?

Using the 360 technique for fusions limits the muscle dissection in the low back compared to other procedures such as the trans-lumbar interbody fusion procedure and thereby is less invasive. The risks of the procedure are minimal when using an experienced access surgeon and spine surgeon.