What is Lumbar Spinal Fusion?
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Spinal fusion is a surgical technique used to combine two or more vertebrae. This procedure is used primarily to eliminate the pain caused by abnormal motion of the vertebrae by immobilizing the vertebrae themselves.
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How do members experience Lumbar Spinal Fusion?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pain in lower back | 36 | 9 | |
| Degenerative disc disease | 31 | 12 | |
| Doctor recommendation | 26 | 8 | |
| Spondylolisthesis | 7 | 1 | |
| Back pain | 6 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Back pain | 7 | |
| Nerve pain (neuralgia) | 3 | |
| Pain in lower back | 3 | |
| Arthritis pain | 2 | |
| Limited range of motion | 2 | |
| Muscle spasms | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 6 | |
| Moderate | 3 | |
| Mild | 9 | |
| None | 6 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on May 20, 1998
- Perceived effectiveness for Doctor recommendation: Slight
- Side effects: None
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