New innovative treatment option for patients suffering from radical pain due to cervical disc degeneration. Both cervical fusion and Mobi-C Cervical Disc replace the damaged disc(s) and try to match the healthy disc height, removing pressure on the nerves. Fusion surgery typically requires an anterior metal plate to keep the interbody spacer in place and to stop movement at the surgical level(s).
In contrast, Mobi-C fits entirely within the disc space and is designed to maintain neck movement, which may help reduce adjacent levels from degenerating. An Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) procedure is a type of cervical spine surgery from the front (anterior) of the neck (cervical) that often successfully addresses spinal symptoms.
In contrast, Mobi-C fits entirely within the disc space and is designed to maintain neck movement, which may help reduce adjacent levels from degenerating. An Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) procedure is a type of cervical spine surgery from the front (anterior) of the neck (cervical) that often successfully addresses spinal symptoms.
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A leader and instructor in emerging technology and spine surgery, Dr. Kuwamura treats multiple conditions of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar areas of the spine, including: fractures, spinal stenosis, arthritis, tumors, spinal deformities, sciatica, spinal infections, and much more.
Dr. Kuwamura is fellowship trained in spine treatments from the Florida Neck and Back Institute and has been in practice for over 19 years and maintains his board certification through ongoing education and training.Beginning his career as an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Kuwamura is a graduate of the Boston University School of Medicine and received a Master's Degree in Microbiology.
Dr. Kuwamura is fellowship trained in spine treatments from the Florida Neck and Back Institute and has been in practice for over 19 years and maintains his board certification through ongoing education and training.Beginning his career as an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Kuwamura is a graduate of the Boston University School of Medicine and received a Master's Degree in Microbiology.
Weight Management is vital before having surgery. A pre-surgery consultation starting at a minimum of a 3 -6-month plan period ensures proper treatment at the right time to include Nutrition, exercise regimens, and lifestyle changes. Alternative holistic approaches are available to decrease a patient's stress level.
The area of the spine in your neck is called the cervical spine. It is made up of seven bones, called vertebrae. These vertebrae are connected by several joints, which allow you to bend, twist, and move your neck. The main joint between two vertebrae is called a disc. The disc is comprised of two parts, a tough and fibrous outer layer (annulus fibrosis), and a soft, gelatinous center (nucleus pulposus).
The neck (cervical spine) is made up of the bones (vertebrae), spinal cord, nerves, muscles, ligaments, and the system that carries blood (blood vessels). The top seven vertebrae make up the cervical spine and begin at the base of the skull. The vertebrae of the cervical spine protect the spinal cord and support the skull.
It is an essential component for shock absorption to prevent impact forces from reaching the spine. The SI joint is a significant cause of low back pain. Clinical publications have identified the SI joint as a pain generator in 15-30% of chronic low back pain patients (*1-4). In addition, the SI joint is a pain generator in up to 43% of patients with continued or new onset low back pain after a lumbar fusion (*5).
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Sandy Reyna
Oct 13, 2021
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Dr. Kuwamura is one of the best surgeon out there for lumbar microdisectomy. I was skeptical and nervous before when looking for the best doctor to treat my back. I consulted 4 surgeons and Dr. Kuwamura was the best, most experienced and great bed side manners. He was patient to explain the surgery procedure. I could not have chosen any better surgeon. His entire staff really went above and beyond especially Horacio he was very professional and knowledgeable about the entire process of my care. Very much satisfied with my surgery experience.
