The Practice – Advanced Disc Replacement

WE ARE ADR

The world’s foremost innovators in Artificial Disc Replacement & Advanced Spinal Medicine

Legends are made from the legacy they leave. Founder Dr. Todd H. Lanman, Clinical Partner Jason M. Cuéllar and the team at ADR continue to pioneer world-class, spinal surgery solutions. We’re future-focused, empowering our clients to regain control of their lives, transforming them from chronic pain sufferers to reimagined versions of who they used to be.

We’re sought-after leaders in our field, recognized globally (and by our peers) as the authority on spinal health. Our holistic, multidisciplinary approach to spinal healthcare is unparalleled, with minimally-invasive, safe, leading-edge treatments for complete motion preservation and restoration, with faster recovery.

MEET THE TEAM

The Leading Pioneers in Advanced Disc Replacement

Dr. Todd H. Lanman, Founder

board certified neurosurgeon

Dr. Jason M. Cuéllar

board certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Deborah Devlin

Office Manager

Arlene Macpherson

Surgery Scheduler

Sara Bruno

Front Desk

Nick Pignetti

Medical Records

Andrea Capiral

Front Office Administrator and Surgery Coordinator

Nicole Phillips, CRC

Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC)

OUR EXPERTISE

A Legendary Legacy

Drs. Todd H. Lanman and Jason M. Cuéllar have transformed chronic pain sufferers to thriving superstars. Pioneers of technology with an eye on the future, their innovative approach to spinal restoration is the envy of spinal doctors everywhere.

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Spine Robots Need ‘A Giant Leap Forward’: 12 Surgeons’ Wishlist for the Next Generation of Robots

Spine Robots Need ‘A Giant Leap Forward’: 12 Surgeons’ Wishlist for the Next Generation of Robots

BECKER'S SPINE REVIEW • Dec 07, 2022

Spine Robots Need ‘A Giant Leap Forward’: 12 Surgeons’ Wishlist for the Next Generation of Robots

The spine surgical robotic systems are primarily designed for pedicle screw insertion and guiding the screws roboticall

4 Spine Surgery Milestones in October

4 Spine Surgery Milestones in October

BECKER'S SPINE REVIEW • Nov 23, 2022

4 Spine Surgery Milestones in October

Todd Lanman, MD, and Jason Cuellar, MD, PhD, completed the first three-level artificial disc replacement using the Pr

Controversy: New ‘Gold’ Standard for 1 & 2 Level Cervical Radiculopathy: Cervical TDR or ACDF

Controversy: New ‘Gold’ Standard for 1 & 2 Level Cervical Radiculopathy: Cervical TDR or ACDF

VUMEDI • Oct 20, 2022

Controversy: New ‘Gold’ Standard for 1 & 2 Level Cervical Radiculopathy: Cervical TDR or

By Dr. Todd Lanman, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA. Presented by the International Society for t

Drs. Todd H. Lanman and Jason M. Cuellar Become First Surgeons in the U.S. to Perform 3-Level ADR With Prodisc® C Vivo

Drs. Todd H. Lanman and Jason M. Cuellar Become First Surgeons in the U.S. to Perform 3-Level ADR With Prodisc® C Vivo

NEWSWIRE • Oct 20, 2022

Drs. Todd H. Lanman and Jason M. Cuellar Become First Surgeons in the U.S. to Perform 3-Level ADR With Pro

Todd H. Lanman, MD, and Jason M. Cuellar, MD, Ph.D., restore spinal motion in a woman with 4-level disc degeneration us

Drs. Todd H. Lanman and Jason M. Cuellar Become First Surgeons in the U.S. to Perform 3-Level ADR With Prodisc® C Vivo

Drs. Todd H. Lanman and Jason M. Cuellar Become First Surgeons in the U.S. to Perform 3-Level ADR With Prodisc® C Vivo

ORTHOSPINENEWS • Oct 20, 2022

Drs. Todd H. Lanman and Jason M. Cuellar Become First Surgeons in the U.S. to Perform 3-Level ADR With Pro

Todd H. Lanman, MD, and Jason M. Cuellar, MD, Ph.D., restore spinal motion in a woman with 4-level disc degeneration us

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In Becker's most recent Ask Spine Surgeons series,

In Becker's most recent Ask Spine Surgeons series, the publication spoke with top spine surgeons around the country to discover what they'd like to see for the next generation of spine robots.

Here’s what Dr. Lanman had to say:

"The spine surgical robotic systems are primarily designed for pedicle screw insertion and guiding the screws robotically into the bone for fixation, both of which are done posteriorly. However, these robots are not currently designed to tackle artificial disc replacement, which is done anteriorly. Without this improvement, spine surgical robotic systems will not be nearly as useful in ADR as they could be. I have spoken to several companies about developing image-guided surgical techniques and robotics that would help spine surgeons align the artificial disc in the correct locations as they approach from the front (anterior) of the spine."

Link in bio to full article.
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The rate of degeneration is highly variable. Dr. L

The rate of degeneration is highly variable. Dr. Lanman has personally seen the full range of possibilities, including a 16-year-old with significant DDD, a 73-year-old with the spine of a young person, rapid progression within 6 months as well as up to 15 years with little to no progression. Much of the progression depends on genetics, so understanding how DDD has impacted your family may provide clues to how it may affect you.
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Do you have Cervical Spondylosis? This common cond

Do you have Cervical Spondylosis? This common condition is arthritis which affects the spine, and symptoms can get worse with age. While surgical treatment for Cervical Spondylosis is seldom needed, paying attention to the symptoms is important to ensure you get the treatment you need. Look out for these possible symptoms:

➡️ Pain that comes and goes
➡️ Pain spreading into your shoulders, arms, hands, fingers
➡️ Morning neck or shoulder stiffness or a limited range of motion after getting out of bed
➡️ Neck or shoulder tenderness or numbness
➡️ Weakness or tingling in your neck, shoulders, arms, hands, or fingers
➡️ Headache pain in the back of your head
➡️ Loss of balance
➡️ Difficulty swallowing (in rare cases this can occur if the esophagus is compressed)
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There were 4 spine surgery milestones featured in

There were 4 spine surgery milestones featured in Becker's Spine Review this past October including Drs. Lanman and Cuellar completing the first three-level artificial disc replacement using the new Prodisc C Vivo implant. Find out more at the link in the bio.
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Many people live with back pain, but when is it ti

Many people live with back pain, but when is it time to ditch the failed attempts to treat your pain yourself and see a spine specialist once and for all? If you identify with one or more of the above conditions, don’t delay – make an appointment with an ADR spine specialist like Dr. Lanman or Dr. Cuéllar today.
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Located in sunny Beverly Hills, our office headqua

Located in sunny Beverly Hills, our office headquarters is the best place to be for those with ongoing back or neck pain. Make an appointment with some of the world’s leading artificial disc replacement surgeons at ADR Spinal Restoration Center and find out if you qualify for ADR.
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The field of motion restoration surgery is expandi

The field of motion restoration surgery is expanding and improving, and so are the devices we're using. We already know that ADR in the cervical spine is superior to other fusion devices out there in outcome measures, range of motion measures, and neck pain scores - and, just as importantly, a reduced need for next-level surgeries.

Here's more from Dr. Lanman on what's next in motion restoration surgery, and how he selects the disc solution that's optimal for each patient's unique anatomy and range of motion.
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Happy Thanksgiving! If you can twist, bend, and mo

Happy Thanksgiving! If you can twist, bend, and move freely and without pain, that’s something to be grateful for.
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Some back pain can be cured without surgery throug

Some back pain can be cured without surgery through alternative treatments such as spinal core exercises, steroid injections, physical therapy, and proper exercise. For those who need back surgery, time is of the essence, and avoiding it any further will only exacerbate the pain.

Learn more about back surgery alternatives and when surgery is the best option at the link in our bio.
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Treatment Highlight: Restorative Motion Surgery R

Treatment Highlight: Restorative Motion Surgery

Restorative motion surgery is similar to artificial disc replacement in that it replaces spinal discs with artificial ones, but it also involves the reversal of a prior spinal fusion. Federal data reveals that since 1990, the number of spinal fusions performed in the US has risen to about 480,000 annually, and Dr. Lanman has personally seen thousands of patients who should never have had this spinal surgery.

Restorative motion surgery is an off-label procedure, meaning it’s not specifically approved by the FDA, but it allows surgeons to customize treatment for unique patient situations. It’s been successfully performed on patients who want to reverse past fusions and prevent additional fusions by adding artificial discs to adjacent levels, and Dr. Lanman and Dr. Cuellar both specialize in this kind of procedure.
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What to Expect Long-Term After Cervical ADR: 
➡️ Relieved pain and restored spinal mobility to enjoy simple tasks and pleasures, like driving a car and getting comfortable in bed
➡️ Getting your work done with little to no pain
➡️ Exercising effectively with restored neck mobility
➡️ Enjoying sports with natural bending, twisting, and flexion of the neck

Learn more about cervical ADR recovery and what life can look like when you’re pain-free at the link in our bio.
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This week at ADR Spine Dr. Cuellar (@cuellarspine)

This week at ADR Spine Dr. Cuellar (@cuellarspine) had the pleasure of seeing his patient 6 weeks after he performed the first 3-level Vivo (with ProDisc C as the 4th level). The artificial discs are moving well and the patient has no pain at all and is back to full physical activity.
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Dr. Lanman’s passion for preserving spinal funct

Dr. Lanman’s passion for preserving spinal function and restoring spinal motion goes beyond his work in the operating room. Through the Lanman Foundation, Dr. Lanman seeks to gather, evaluate, apply, and disseminate information that will advance the cumulative knowledge of spine and joint disorders and ultimately improve patient outcomes and patient lives. Learn more about how the Lanman Foundation is advancing the science of spinal health care and donate to the cause at the link in bio.
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American veterans are the picture of bravery and s

American veterans are the picture of bravery and sacrifice. We wouldn’t have the freedoms we enjoy today without their efforts, and we honor them, especially on this day of recognition.
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The shape of the spine is critical to fully restor

The shape of the spine is critical to fully restoring a patient's mobility and eliminating pain through spinal surgery. In some cases, neck fusion patients continue to experience chronic pain after their surgery due to the fusion not mimicking their natural spinal curvature (leading to incorrect head positioning). This can be incredibly painful, pulling on the muscles in the neck and even down into the thoracic spine.

Fortunately, a correction of as little as 10 degrees can completely eliminate pain. Here's how Dr. Lanman approaches Advanced Disc Replacement surgery to reverse an old fusion surgery, helping patients rebuild atrophied muscle, restore mobility, and get his patients back to living life pain-free.
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What is ADR surgery like, and what are the potenti

What is ADR surgery like, and what are the potential risks and complications? As with any surgery, there is some risk with artificial disc replacement. However, the complication rate for ADR is very low and, while it is not a minimally-invasive procedure, it’s fairly straightforward when you are working with a seasoned spinal neurosurgeon like Dr. Lanman or Dr. Cuéllar. In cervical disc replacement surgery, which is a shorter surgery than lumbar disc replacement, the procedure takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour per disc. In both cervical and lumbar disc replacement surgeries, the key is working with experienced, skilled surgeons who have approached these procedures thousands of times.
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Nervous about surgery? At ADR Spine, our surgical

Nervous about surgery? At ADR Spine, our surgical patients are operated on by the best minds and steadiest hands in the field. While any kind of surgery can be nerve-wracking, try to keep calm and remember that lasting pain relief is just on the other side.
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Swimming can be excellent exercise - Dr. Lanman wa

Swimming can be excellent exercise - Dr. Lanman was a swimmer for state champion high school team. But swimming requires rotation of the head, neck, and spine, making surgical options like fusion, which limits natural spinal rotation, difficult for swimmers. Artificial Disc Replacement can be excellent for swimmers, especially for degenerative disc disease in the cervical spine, as it allows for head-turning to breathe. It’s also helpful for the lumbar back as it allows you to twist the mid- and upper-back during swim strokes.
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The only thing scaring you today should be the tri

The only thing scaring you today should be the tricks, not the treats, and definitely not your pain. Enjoy the Halloween candy, then make an appointment with ADR Spinal Restoration Center to discover what treatment options may be right for you.
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Dr. Lanman recently presented at the International

Dr. Lanman recently presented at the International Society for Advancement of Spine Surgery, sharing accumulated data that supports artificial disc replacement as the New ‘Gold’ Standard for 1 & 2 Level Cervical Radiculopathy as opposed to fusion.

Dr. Lanman’s question: Why is ADR not the first consideration for cervical degenerative disc disease before fusion?

Evidence from multiple clinical trials, including a massive meta-analysis of 14 randomized controlled trials (covering 3160 patients), show that ADR is more effective than fusion with superior outcomes and a reduced risk of revision.

Watch Dr. Lanman’s presentation and see the evidence for yourself. Link in bio.
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