Video and Animation Directory

Ankylosing Spondylitis Animation

A video that explains how ankylosing spondylitis affects the sufferer. Simple and clear explanations of this condition.

Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion with Anterior Cervical Plate Fixation

Watch this fascinating video about a cervical spine surgery option: anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) with instrumentation. This video was produced by spine surgeons at Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL. Learn how this spine surgery is done, and if it's a good surgical option for you.

Artificial Disc Replacement Animation

A video animation that explains clearly how artificial disc surgery is used to replace degenerated discs. Is this procedure right for you? Learn more about the technique.

Back and Neck Braces Animation

Has your doctor prescribed a back or neck brace? This video animation explains how a brace works and the purpose of bracing.

Balloon Kyphoplasty Video

Two-thirds of patients who suffer a vertebral compression fracture go undiagnosed or untreated, which may lead to spinal deformity.

Cervical Spine Anatomy Animation

Curious about exactly how your neck accomplishes its complex tasks? This video animation shows how the bones, muscles and tendons work together to keep our skull safe and sound.

Cervical Surgery Animation

An anterior cervical discectomy is the most common surgical procedure to treat damaged cervical discs. This video animation explains how an Anterior Cervical Discectomy is performed and how the spine will heal from surgery.

Degenerative Disc Disease Animation

A video animation showing how the normal aging process causes the intervertebral discs to degenerate, diminishing their water content and thereby reducing their ability to properly absorb the impact associated with spinal movements.

Degenerative Disc Disease Video Series

A spine expert, Dr. Richard Fessler, explains everything you need to know about degenerative disc disease. He reviews the symptoms, causes, and treatments for this spinal condition in this engaging video series.

Discography Animation

During a discography procedure, a long needle is inserted into the center of the intervertebral disc from the back. This video animation explains the procedure and may relieve stress in patients who are concerned about their upcoming procedure.

Electrodiagnostics Animation

This video animation illustrates the differences between the two primary types of electrodiagnostic studies. You can learn why your doctor may order these tests.

Facet Joint Block Animation

Our video animation illustrates the technique of facet joint blocks. These may be used in the cervical or lumbar spine but the principle is the same.

Herniated Disc Video Series

A spine expert, Dr. Tim Kuklo, goes over everything you need to know about herniated discs. He explains the symptoms, causes, and treatments for this spinal condition in this engaging video series.

Low Back Pain Animation

This video animation explains the difference between compressive and mechanical back pain. Different types of low back pain require different treatments.

Lumbar Fusion Animation

This animation clearly illustrates how a lumbar spinal fusion is done by a spine surgeon. If you are curious about how your surgery will be conducted, simply view the animation.