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When Is Lumbar Decompression and Fusion the Best Option?

Lower back and leg pain caused by nerve compression and spinal instability can significantly limit your daily activities. While various surgical techniques exist to treat lumbar spine conditions, posterior lumbar decompression and fusion (PLDF) remains an important option in specific, complex cases.  At his New York City practice, Dr. Todd J. Albert, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, carefully […]

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When Is ACDF Surgery the Best Option for Cervical Myelopathy?

Cervical myelopathy is a serious condition that develops when the spinal cord becomes compressed in the neck. As pressure increases, you may notice changes such as hand clumsiness, difficulty walking, numbness, or overall coordination problems. Because the spinal cord doesn’t tolerate compression well, early treatment is critical.  One procedure commonly recommended for meaningful decompression and stabilization

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How Cervical Spine Surgery Protects Against Spinal Cord Damage

When cervical spinal cord compression goes untreated, the risks can be significant. Nerve signals that control movement, sensation, and coordination may be disrupted, leading to long-term complications such as weakness, balance problems, or even loss of bladder function. In these situations, cervical spine surgery may be necessary to prevent permanent neurological injury. Dr. Todd J. Albert, a board-certified orthopedic spine

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TLIF vs PLIF: What’s the Difference Between These Techniques?

When lumbar fusion surgery is recommended, two procedures are often discussed: transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) and posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF). Both stabilize the spine and relieve nerve compression, but they differ in how the surgeon accesses the disc space. Dr. Todd J. Albert, a board-certified spine surgeon in New York City, believes TLIF is the preferable

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How Laminoplasty Relieves Spinal Compression Without Fusion

If you’ve been diagnosed with spinal cord compression in the neck (also called cervical myelopathy), you may believe that spinal fusion is the only surgical option. However, for certain cases, a procedure called posterior cervical laminoplasty offers an alternative that can relieve pressure on the spinal cord while preserving motion. Dr. Todd J. Albert, a board-certified spine surgeon

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Early Signs of Cervical Myelopathy You Shouldn’t Ignore

Cervical myelopathy is a progressive condition caused by compression of the spinal cord in the neck. While it often develops slowly, early symptoms can be subtle and easily dismissed. Recognizing these warning signs is critical because timely treatment can prevent permanent nerve damage. Dr. Todd J. Albert, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon in New York, specializes in

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How Lumbar Decompression Relieves Leg Pain, Not Just Back Pain

If you’re struggling with constant leg pain, numbness, or weakness, the problem might not start in your legs at all. In many cases, these symptoms are caused by compression of the spinal nerves in the lower back. A procedure called lumbar decompression and fusion can help relieve this pressure and resolve leg symptoms — sometimes even more

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Surgery vs Physical Therapy for Chronic Neck Pain: What’s Right for You?

Chronic neck pain can disrupt every part of your life. The discomfort is constant, from working at a desk to sleeping at night. Many patients wonder: Is physical therapy enough, or is it time to consider surgery? Dr. Todd J. Albert is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon in New York City with decades of experience diagnosing

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