The Spine Journal: Comparison of 7-Year Results of One-Level vs Two-Level Cervical Disc Arthroplasty and Fusion – Advanced Disc Replacement

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This new year could be a new chapter in motion. As

This new year could be a new chapter in motion. As we enter 2026, we're grateful for every patient who chose motion and freedom over fusion this past year. To those still exploring their options, we're here to help.

Cheers to 2026, may it be your year of moving freely through life!

Happy New Year from the ADR Top Doctors in Arrthroplasty.
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The holidays are wrapping up, and the new year bri

The holidays are wrapping up, and the new year brings fresh possibilities. If chronic back pain kept you on the sidelines during celebrations, now is the time to take action. Your spine is designed for motion – whether dancing, playing with kids, or hiking those trails you've been avoiding. Every month of delay is another month of missed experiences. In 2026, choose movement over pain.
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Degenerative disc disease creates a frustrating cy

Degenerative disc disease creates a frustrating cycle: dull aches that suddenly flare, radiating numbness down the leg or arm, and everyday movements that require careful calculation.

This common condition doesn't have to define how you live. While conservative treatments can benefit many patients, they often don't fix the underlying structural issue. When symptoms persist and interfere with work, hobbies, and daily activities, artificial disc replacement offers lasting relief while maintaining the spine's natural motion.

Learn more about the DDD and chronic pain cycle, and how you can stop it in its tracks. Link in bio.
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Don't take our word for it. Let the patients tell

Don't take our word for it. Let the patients tell you about the life-changing results they've experienced with ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty. Each surgeon in our prestigious Top Doctors in Arthroplasty program brings decades of specialized expertise in motion-preserving spine surgery. But what truly sets them apart is the real people whose lives they've transformed.

Swipe through to hear directly from patients who chose motion over fusion and found their way back to the life they love. They're proof that the right surgeon can help you reclaim everything you thought you'd lost to back pain.
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From all of us at ADR Spine, we wish you and your

From all of us at ADR Spine, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday season filled with joy, movement, and the freedom to celebrate without pain holding you back. Here's to health, happiness, and living life to the fullest in the year ahead.

While multi-level spinal fusion might address your

While multi-level spinal fusion might address your immediate pain, it can create a cascade of problems down the road.

When multiple levels of your spine are fused, you're asking the remaining mobile segments to work overtime. Those adjacent segments bear increased stress with every bend, twist, and movement you make.

Each fusion restricts your spine's natural motion, and each restriction impacts your ability to live the active life you want. For patients in their 30s, 40s, and 50s, this can mean decades of progressive limitations and repeated procedures.

Motion-preserving alternatives, such as artificial disc replacement, deserve serious consideration over fusion. ADR maintains your spine's natural flexibility while addressing the source of your pain, protecting adjacent segments from premature degeneration.
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Surgery was supposed to bring relief. Instead, you

Surgery was supposed to bring relief. Instead, you're still in pain, or it's even worse than before. If this is your story, you're not alone. Failed Back Surgery Syndrome affects many people who underwent spinal procedures with high hopes, only to face continuing discomfort and limitations.

Persistent pain after surgery doesn't mean you're out of options. ADR Spine specializes in evaluating complex cases and developing personalized treatment plans for patients experiencing ongoing pain after back surgery. We're here to help you find the relief you deserve.

Your journey to a pain-free life doesn't have to end with one unsuccessful procedure. Learn more to schedule a second opinion at the link in our bio.
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Choosing the right spine surgeon could be the most

Choosing the right spine surgeon could be the most crucial decision you make for your future mobility. These questions can serve as a roadmap to finding a surgeon who is truly an expert in ADR.

If a doctor seems uncomfortable discussing their experience or complication rates, that tells you everything you need to know. Your spine deserves a specialist.
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At 36, a San Diego detective was told his police c

At 36, a San Diego detective was told his police career was over. He had three degenerative discs causing constant pain, and multiple surgeons were recommending spinal fusion. But fusion would have meant limited mobility for life and an end to active duty.

He wasn't ready to retire. Swipe to see how motion-preserving surgery gave him everything back: his career, his mobility, and his life. ➡️
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Don't wait until you're in crisis to find yourself

Don't wait until you're in crisis to find yourself in our waiting room.

Too many patients spend years managing pain and adjusting their lives around limitations, hoping it will somehow get better. By the time they finally seek surgical solutions, their condition has often progressed to the point where recovery is harder and options are more limited.

If your quality of life is suffering now, that's reason enough to be here. Contact us to schedule a consultation.
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Off-label doesn't mean unproven. We explain what t

Off-label doesn't mean unproven. We explain what this term really means and why evidence always matters more than labels.
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From our family to yours, wishing you a Thanksgivi

From our family to yours, wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and good health. We're grateful for the trust you place in us. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🧡
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This is one of our most commonly heard questions.

This is one of our most commonly heard questions. ADR devices are built to last a lifetime. Studies suggest that they can last an average of 70 years without requiring revision. Longevity depends on factors such as device type, activity level, and overall health, but the goal is a durable solution that can provide you with decades of improved mobility and relief.

Have questions about whether ADR is right for you? Let's talk.
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Patient-first care should center around what each

Patient-first care should center around what each patient needs. When insurance companies override your doctor's recommendations, everyone loses - except their shareholders.

It's time we demand better. Share if you agree.
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A great spine surgeon doesn’t just perform a pro

A great spine surgeon doesn’t just perform a procedure and move on. They track outcomes over time, listen to how patients are recovering, and stay committed until real relief is achieved. They understand that the surgery is just the beginning, and what happens after determines everything.

The ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty Program includes only the best surgeons who are committed to ongoing care, measure long-term results, and prioritize patient outcomes above all else. If you want a long-term advocate and care provider, find the ADR Top Doctor nearest to you and schedule a consultation.
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This couple spent 10 years in pain. Now, after fou

This couple spent 10 years in pain. Now, after four ADR surgeries between them, they're both back in the gym and living completely pain-free.

Their story matters because they were once in your position: researching surgeons, dealing with chronic pain, wondering if they'd ever feel normal again.

If you've been suffering from spinal or cervical pain, if traditional treatments haven't worked, or if you're looking for a specialist who focuses specifically on artificial disc replacement, this is the kind of result that's possible.
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Spine surgery isn’t just about relieving pain; i

Spine surgery isn’t just about relieving pain; it’s about restoring life in motion.
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In this OR, Dr. Todd Lanman and Dr. Joel Beckett are performing an Artificial Disc Replacement—one of the most advanced ways to treat spinal degeneration while preserving natural movement.
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Precision, experience, high-level technique, and total focus come together in the operating room, changing lives for our patients.
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We started replacing hips and knees decades ago, s

We started replacing hips and knees decades ago, so why are we still fusing spines?

When your hip wears out, you get a new one that moves naturally. When your knee fails, you replace it with full function restored.

However, when spinal discs deteriorate, we often fuse vertebrae, thereby limiting motion permanently.

It’s time spine care caught up with the rest of orthopedics. Your spine deserves 21st-century solutions.

You can call Dr. Lanman anti-fusion, but you can’t call him old-fashioned. He’s witnessed and experienced firsthand the life-changing power of disc replacement. It’s time the rest of the field gets on board.
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What if the scariest choice is actually doing noth

What if the scariest choice is actually doing nothing? If you’re living with relentless neck or back pain, don't let fear of treatment become fear of living. Your life is waiting on the other side of courage.
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There’s a BIG difference between “seven discs

There’s a BIG difference between “seven discs in one day” and “once-a-quarter” experience when it comes to ADR expertise.

It’s not just about whether they know how to perform the procedure; it’s about high volume and success rates. When it’s your spine you’re dealing with, you don’t want to compromise on skill level.

You deserve the best of the best— leading doctors who have performed hundreds of ADR surgeries with historically positive outcomes.

And, thanks to our first-of-its-kind ADR Top Doctors in Arthroplasty directory, it’s easier than ever to find the premier expert closest to you. Check out the listings on our website and schedule a consultation with strictly vetted, hand-selected spine surgeons who will give you the best care possible.
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