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Disc degeneration
Disc degeneration is a normal age-related phenomenon. Aging causes a number of changes in the intervertebral disc in most people. The disc starts to dry out and flatten, and cracks may develop.
condition
Spinal stenosis
In spinal stenosis, there is a narrowing of the spinal canal. This narrowing (stenosis) puts pressure on the nerve(s) running through the spinal canal.
condition
Spondylolysis or spondylolisthesis
In spondylolysis, the vertebral arch becomes detached from the vertebral body. This can occur in the lower back due to intense practice of certain sports, but can also be discovered by chance. When the vertebra does not stay in place but shifts, we speak of spondylolisthesis.
treatment
Microdiscectomy
Microdiscectomy is the removal of a herniated disc at the level of the low back using a microscope.
treatment
Decompression
Decompression means the removal of pressure on the nerves. This pressure can be caused by bony growth or possible hernias.
treatment
Lumbar fusion
In a lumbar fusion, two vertebrae are reattached back together using rods and screws. Lumbar fusion surgery is performed to fuse successive vertebrae together.