关节固定and Artificial Ankylosis

What is a Lumbar Arthrodesis?

关节固定, sometimes called artificial ankylosis or joint fusion surgery, is a procedure that immobilizes a joint by fusing two or more bones together. Your physician may recommend this surgery if you have severe arthritis or pain that medications and physical therapy fail to improve. When the joint issue involves the spine, the procedure is called a lumbar arthrodesis or spinal fusion. Two or more vertebra in the back can be permanently connected to treat a fracture, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, or disk disease. The procedure mimics the natural healing process of broken bones.

What You Can Expect at UTHealth Neurosciences

Uthealth神经科学中心汇集了由董事会认证的，受过奖学金培训的神经外科医生，神经科医生，研究人员和疼痛管理专家组成的多学科团队，他们共同努力，以帮助解决最复杂的问题。beplay苹果手机能用吗患有阴茎病，脊椎病，脊柱狭窄，椎间盘突出，退行性椎间盘疾病，周围神经疾病，脊髓损伤或其他创伤的人受到我们管理脊柱疾病的协作专业知识的受益。

Our multidisciplinary teams of specialists share insights, leading to better treatment decisions and outcomes. We first investigate nonsurgical treatment options, including medical management, pain management, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and watchful waiting. When surgery is needed, our neurosurgeons routinely employ innovative minimally invasive techniques. Throughout the treatment process, we will work closely with the doctor who referred you to ensure a smooth transition back to your regular care. While you are with us, you will receive expert care, excellent communication, and genuine compassion.

脖子和脊柱解剖

脊柱分为以下区域：

• The cervical region (vertebrae C1-C7) encompasses the first seven vertebrae under the skull. Their main function is to support the weight of the head, which averages 10 pounds. The cervical vertebrae are more mobile than other areas, with the atlas and axis vertebra facilitating a wide range of motion in the neck. Openings in these vertebrae allow arteries to carry blood to the brain and permit the spinal cord to pass through. They are the thinnest and most delicate vertebrae.
• 胸部区域（椎骨T1-T12）由上胸部的12个小骨头组成。胸椎是唯一支撑肋骨的椎骨。姿势不良，关节炎和骨质疏松症的肌肉紧张是该地区疼痛的常见来源。
• 腰部区域（椎骨L1-L5）具有更大的椎骨，以吸收举重和携带重物的压力。腰部区域的伤害会导致臀部，腿部和膀胱控制的功能损失。
• s骨区域（椎骨S1-S5）在脊柱底部包括一个大骨。ac骨是三角形的，由五个保护骨盆器官的熔融骨头组成。

腰关节术的原因

当患者因骨关节炎，类风湿关节炎或关节损伤而遭受疼痛的疼痛时，可能会考虑使用此过程。您的医生可能建议使用腰关节固定术来修复骨折，正确的脊柱侧弯，以改善关节炎引起的无力或不稳定，或者去除椎间盘突出。通常仅在医生可以确定疼痛的确切原因时才建议进行脊柱手术。这将使用X射线，CT扫描和MRI进行。

关节固定术的最佳候选者的骨头在关节的两侧具有强大的骨头。患者通常处于无法通过药物或物理疗法解决的疼痛。您的医生将讨论手术的风险，包括可能的有限动议，值得接受该程序，该程序被认为是安全的并且成功率很高。

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What to expect during surgery and recovery

While the patient is under general anesthesia, the surgeon places a bone graft between two or more vertebrae. It is then secured with screws or other metal hardware that serves as a bridge between them. Most patients remain in the hospital for one to three days, and it takes several months for the vertebrae to fuse into a solid structure.

Until that happens, you may be asked to wear a brace or cast, and to use crutches or a walker. Physical therapy might be prescribed. When fused, the joint should be able to bear more weight and function better for the patient. Your surgeon will give you specific information related to your condition and lifestyle goals, as well as a detailed description of the surgery and instructions on how to make the best recovery.

脊柱疾病和背痛

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