When deciding if lumbar disc replacement is right for you, talking with your doctor can be one of the most important and insightful things you can do, according to Jessica Shellock, M.D., a spine surgeon on the medical staff at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery. In this post, she provides insight into what to consider and how lumbar disc replacement differs from older, more traditional surgery methods.…

If you're experiencing neck and upper back pain, cervical disc replacement may be the right fit for you. Dr. Jessica Shellock, a spine surgeon on the medical staff at the Center for Disc Replacement, provides insight into candidacy criteria, procedure insights, and associated risks.…

Considering spinal surgery? Discover the latest advancement in back pain relief with artificial disc replacement. Learn about the procedure, recovery, and why Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery leads the way in disc replacement excellence.…

While both artificial disc replacement and spinal fusion surgery are beneficial treatment options when it comes to reducing or eliminating pain, in this post Dr. Scott Blumenthal, a spine surgeon on the medical staff at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery, discusses the distinct advantages offered by the disc replacement approach.…

If you’ve been suffering from debilitating back or neck pain for any length of time, you owe it to yourself to explore artificial disc replacement as a treatment option for getting back to the activities you love. In this post, Dr. Jessica Shellock, a spine surgeon on the medical staff at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery, provides an overview of the procedure and what you can expect before and after surgery.…

At the Center for Disc Replacement, part of THCDS, we've been pioneering artificial disc replacement for over two decades. Discover how our expertise and patient-centric approach make us a top choice for those seeking disc replacement.…

Discover why this innovative approach is becoming the new standard for spine surgery.…

THCDS introduces the 7D Surgical FLASH Navigation System, taking minimally invasive spinal fusion to the next level.…

Learn more about spinal stenosis, including common symptoms, treatments, and potential prevention methods to lower your risk or slow the progression.…

A smaller incision. Less post-operative pain. Shorter recovery time.  These are just a few advantages of endoscopic spine surgery, an ultra-minimally invasive procedure for alleviating sciatica.…