The North American Spine Society announced revised recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 coverage recommendations for patients undergoing spinal fusion surgery, according to a press release.“ ...

When it comes to spinal fusion, surgeons say the challenge is increasingly knowing when less surgery becomes too little. From stable degenerative spondylolisthesis and lumbar stenosis to cervical ...

People often experience muscle pain after spinal fusion surgery due to the surgical techniques involved. However, different techniques can cause less pain, and medications can help reduce the effects ...

Recovery from spinal fusion surgery is a lengthy process that involves wound healing and rehabilitation. The duration may vary significantly depending on a person’s situation. Spinal fusion is a ...

Spine surgeons have more ways than ever to avoid a fusion. Farah Musharbash, MD, also sees what happens when they try too hard. In his revision practice, Dr. Musharbash encounters patients whose ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Richard Menger is a neurosurgeon and a political scientist. A post-operative x-ray showing a spinal deformity correction for ...