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Why Aren t Artificial Discs the Standard Yet?

For many patients struggling with chronic neck or back pain, the question seems straightforward: if a damaged spinal disc can be replaced while preserving motion, why isn’t that the standard treatment?

Source: Spine Health Foundation

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