Purpose of Monitoring
- Detect accelerated wear in segments adjacent to fusion.
- Evaluate spinal stability and load balancing.
- Avoid the need for complex revision surgeries.
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Had a spinal fusion? This surveillance ensures early detection of degeneration in segments adjacent to your surgery site, preserving mobility and preventing future complications through expert clinical and radiological assessment.
Scientific name: Adjacent Segment Disease (ASD) Monitoring
Specialized medical monitoring for segments adjacent to a previous spinal fusion. It involves clinical and radiological evaluation to detect accelerated degeneration or instability, ensuring long-term spinal stability and health.
Service type
Clinical Assessment & Monitoring
Duration
30-45 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Clinical mobility assessment
- Review of previous imaging
- Preventative follow-up plan
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Target Groups
- Patients who have undergone spinal fusion surgery.
- Individuals experiencing new pain above or below the surgical site.
- Elderly patients to monitor functional spinal health.
Symptoms Requiring Urgent Checkup
- New onset of back pain after a period of recovery.
- Numbness or tingling radiating to the limbs.
- Sudden muscle weakness surrounding the spine.
Conditions & Notices
- Bring previous surgical reports
- Provide previous X-ray or MRI scans
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