spine fusion

Spine fusion is a surgical procedure that permanently joins two or more individual vertebrae in the spine to eliminate movement between them. This is typically done to relieve pain, stabilize the spine, or correct deformities caused by conditions like degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, or herniated discs. During the surgery, small pieces of bone or a bone-like material are placed between the vertebrae, encouraging them to grow together over time. The fusion can involve instrumentation like screws, rods, or plates to provide stability while the bones heal. The goal is to restore a more stable, pain-free spine.