Finding the Right International Spine Surgeon for Your Artificial Disc Replacement
Southern California has no shortage of excellent spine surgeons, but if you are considering artificial disc replacement, you should meet with the spine surgeons at ADR Spine.
Dr. Todd H. Lanman helped pioneer the use of cervical and lumbar artificial discs in the United States and has been a tireless advocate of spinal motion preservation in his Beverly Hills spine surgery practices for over three decades. Many of our Canadian patients travel to Los Angeles specifically to consult with Dr. Lanman, seeking his expertise in motion-preserving spine care and world-class surgical outcomes.
Reclaim Your Life with Artificial Disc Replacement in Los Angeles
Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) is a safe, minimally invasive surgical solution that relieves chronic neck and back pain by replacing damaged discs with advanced artificial implants. The result? Restored spinal movement, lasting pain relief, and a renewed quality of life—all without spinal fusion.
Why International Patients Travel to Los Angeles for ADR
Each year, countless patients from across Canada and around the world travel to Los Angeles to consult with renowned spine surgeon Dr. Todd H. Lanman. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Lanman is a global leader in motion-preserving spine surgery and a pioneer in both cervical and lumbar disc replacement. His Beverly Hills practice offers unmatched expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and concierge-level care tailored for international patients.
What Sets ADR Apart
Much like joint replacements for hips or knees, ADR replaces worn or damaged discs with artificial ones—restoring function and eliminating pain. But unlike traditional spinal fusion, ADR preserves natural movement. Many patients return to active lifestyles within weeks of surgery, including traveling, working, and enjoying the activities they love.
Personalized, Motion-Preserving Care
At ADR Spine, every treatment plan is tailored to the individual. From evaluating lifestyle and diet factors to selecting the best artificial disc technology, we take a holistic approach to healing. Whether you're experiencing cervical or lumbar disc issues, we’ll design a strategy that gets you back to moving—quickly and confidently.
Why Artificial Disc Replacement?
Replacement of damaged disc can retain mobility in your spine quickly, safely, and with lasting results. A more effective alternative to spinal fusion, artificial disc replacement often results in increased movement and restoration of motion, better than before.
By choosing to replace rather than fuse discs in the spinal column, our patients have experienced more active lifestyles and a quicker return to work, without damaging the vertebrae adjacent to either side of the surgery site as can happen with fusions. Many patients have even had disc replacements after unsuccessful spinal fusions, and become better versions of themselves than before their original surgeries!
ARTIFICIAL DISC REPLACEMENTTypes of ADR
At ADR Spine, we use FDA-approved cervical and lumbar discs backed by decades of clinical research and real-world success. Every disc we use is carefully selected based on the patient’s anatomy, condition, and long-term goals for recovery.
While ADR is an excellent option for many, it’s not right for everyone. Our team will carefully evaluate your case and recommend the treatment that offers the best path forward.
Cervical
Designed to relieve neck pain and preserve motion, each offering unique features such as mobile cores, ball-and-socket mechanics, variable heights, low-profile designs for multilevel use, and advanced fixation methods.
Lumbar
Designed to relieve lower back pain and support natural movement, lumbar discs are often used at one or two levels in patients to help restore disc height and maintain motion in the lower spine.
Restorative Motion
Surgery
Restorative Motion Surgery replaces fused segments with artificial discs to help regain mobility and relieve pain. If you’ve had a fusion and want to explore reversal options, Dr. Lanman can evaluate if this procedure is right for you.
World-Class ADR Care, Just a Flight Away
If you're in Canada and exploring artificial disc replacement (ADR), you don't need to travel across the world for expert care. Dr. Todd Lanman, a globally recognized spinal neurosurgeon and leader in motion-preserving spine surgery, offers advanced ADR procedures from his practice in Los Angeles.
A Holistic Approach
It’s rare to find a team who approach back and neck health the way we do. We take a holistic approach to your treatment, identifying ‘cause and effect’ to help ensure continued movement, flexibility and spinal restoration beyond surgical procedures.
“I'm sure you always hear how much you have made a difference in the quality of living after helping so many people, so you are going to hear it one more time from me. Thank you for everything and for being so sweet, patient and giving of yourself!”
We’ve changed the lives of thousands of people, including your favorite sports heroes and Hollywood stars, helping them to move better, every day.
“I'm sure you always hear how much you have made a difference in the quality of living after helping so many people, so you are going to hear it one more time from me. Thank you for everything and for being so sweet, patient and giving of yourself!”