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Vertebroplasty is a treatment for indentation fractures in which cement is applied to the indented vertebral body through one or two small incisions.

PLIF stands for posterior lumbar interbody fusion. This means securing the spine along the back by means of cages placed between the vertebral bodies.

ALIF stands for anterior lumbar interbody fusion. This involves securing the back along the front with a large cage that is placed between the vertebrae.

When you have problems with a joint such as wear and tear, a fracture or an abnormality, it is sometimes necessary to remove the joint and replace it with a prosthesis.

When you have problems with your shoulder such as wear and tear, a fracture or an abnormality, it is sometimes necessary to remove the joint and replace it with a prosthesis.

Microdiscectomy is the removal of a herniated disc at the level of the low back using a microscope.