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Gerard J. Girasole, MD
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center
Trumbull, CT
Dr. Girasole is a member of the SpineUniverse Editorial Board.

SpineUniverse Articles from Gerard J. Girasole, MD

Lumbar (Low Back) Surgical Implants

The goals of low back (lumbar) spine surgery often include reducing nerve pressure (decompression) and spinal stabilization. Implants are devices (such as cages, rods, screws) that, when combined with bone graft, stabilize the low back.

Lumbar (Low Back) Implants Stabilize the Spine

New lumbar (low back) spinal implants, such as artificial discs, are designed to help preserve motion.
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