- Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery in Los Angeles & Beverly Hills
Minimally invasive artificial disc replacement surgery in Los Angeles & Beverly Hills at Wong Spine with Dr. Albert P. Wong to relieve neck and back pain, restore spine mobility, and improve quality of life.
- About Wong Spine
Your Source for Artificial Disc Surgery near Beverly Hills & Los Angeles
At Wong Spine, we provide expert artificial disc replacement surgery in Beverly Hills & Los Angeles to relieve chronic neck and back pain. Our minimally invasive procedures restore spine mobility, reduce recovery time, and help patients return to an active lifestyle safely.
Led by Dr. Albert P. Wong, a board-certified spine surgeon in Los Angeles, our team delivers personalized, patient-focused care. Every surgical plan is tailored to meet your needs, ensuring safe, effective, and lasting results.
- Disc Removal and Replacement
- Preserves Natural Motion
- Reduces Adjacent Segment
- Material Durability
- Applicable to Cervical
- Improved Pain Relief
- What It Is
What Is an Artificial Disc?
An artificial disc replaces a damaged spinal disc to relieve pain and restore natural spine movement. It mimics a healthy disc’s function, keeping the spine flexible and shock-absorbing.
The disc has two parts:
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Annulus: Strong outer layer for support
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Nucleus: Soft center that cushions impact
Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) surgically removes the damaged disc and implants the artificial one, maintaining stability while preserving natural motion.
- Benefits
Benefits of Disc Replacement Surgery
Damaged spinal discs can irritate nearby nerves, causing pain that radiates to the arms, shoulders, neck, or lower back. Artificial disc replacement surgery relieves this pressure, restoring mobility and reducing discomfort while preserving natural spine movement.
- Conditions Treated with ADR
Who should consider disc replacement?
Artificial disc replacement (ADR) is designed for patients whose chronic neck or back pain has not improved with non-surgical treatments. Dr. Albert P. Wong evaluates each case carefully to determine if ADR is the best option.
Dr. Wong provides a personalized treatment plan based on your symptoms, imaging, and overall health to ensure the safest and most effective results.
- Our Process
How Our Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery Works
At Wong Spine, we know surgery can feel overwhelming. That’s why Dr. Albert P. Wong and our team walk you through each step of artificial disc replacement so you feel informed and supported from start to finish.
Consultation
Your care begins with a personalized consultation. Dr. Wong reviews your medical history, imaging results, and symptoms while answering all your questions to ensure ADR is the right option for you.
Disc Removal & Preparation
During surgery, the damaged disc is carefully removed. The surrounding vertebrae are then prepared to secure the new artificial disc in place and ensure smooth function.
Artificial Disc Placement
The artificial disc is positioned in the prepared space and aligned precisely with the spine. Once placement is confirmed, the incision is closed. Most patients are able to return home the same day with a companion.
Recovery
Healing times vary. Some patients notice improvement within days, while others may need several weeks. Full recovery can take up to three months. Our team provides detailed post-operative instructions and ongoing support to help you heal comfortably and safely.
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Book Your Disc Surgery Consultation with Dr. Albert
Book a disc surgery consultation with Dr. Albert P. Wong to discuss your treatment options, relieve pain, and restore spine mobility.
- Faqs
Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
Relieve chronic neck and back pain with artificial disc replacement surgery at Wong Spine. Led by Dr. Albert P. Wong, this minimally invasive procedure restores spine mobility, preserves natural movement, and offers faster recovery for patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and nearby communities.
Most patients notice improvement within days. Full recovery typically takes several weeks to three months, depending on the procedure and individual healing.
Cervical disc replacement targets discs in the neck, while lumbar disc replacement focuses on the lower back. Both aim to relieve pain and restore motion.
ADR preserves natural spine movement, reduces stress on adjacent discs, and generally allows faster recovery compared to fusion surgery.
Dr. Albert P. Wong performs the procedure by making a small incision, removing the damaged disc, placing the artificial disc, and closing the incision carefully.
You’ll receive detailed recovery instructions, follow-up appointments to monitor healing, and ongoing support to answer any questions during your recovery.
Costs vary depending on the procedure and insurance coverage. Our team can provide a personalized estimate and help with insurance verification.
Candidates typically have chronic neck or back pain that hasn’t improved with non-surgical treatments, with confirmed disc damage on imaging. Dr. Wong evaluates each case individually.
Many patients resume light daily activities within a few days, while full return to strenuous activities depends on individual recovery and Dr. Wong’s guidance.
Lumbar disc replacement is often an outpatient procedure, but some patients may stay overnight for monitoring depending on individual circumstances.
Some patients experience immediate pain relief after surgery, while for others, improvement occurs gradually over weeks as healing progresses.