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the fibrocartilage in between 2 vertebra |
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where is the disc putting pressure cause pain? |
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what is used to cut the discs? |
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what position is the patient usually going to be in? |
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what can also be removed during this procedure? |
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we are removing bone during this case? true or false? |
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how soon can patients start a exercise plan? |
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how high is the success rates for patients to experience permanent pain relief? |
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what are the 3 diagnostic test to find a herniated disc |
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what type of anesthesia is used? |
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Local/MAC(monitored anesthesia care) |
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what type of blade is used to make the small incision? |
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what equipment should be present in the room? |
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Fluoroscopy and endoscopic imaging |
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are we going to have to dissect muscle to get to the disc? |
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what is the lasers job during this procedure? |
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to shrink and tighten the disc |
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what are 4 instruments you must have to get the case done efficiently? |
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Endoscope, micro-forceps, curettes and Discotome |
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