A type of spine or back surgery, lumbar disc replacement aims to replace a degenerated or worn disc in the lower spine with an artificial disc which is made of a combination of plastic and metal or metal alone.

It is considered as another possible course of action than the spinal fusion surgery, where two vertebrae on the spine are permanently joined. Since it is a major surgery, lumbar disc replacement requires general anesthesia and in-patient care.

Why you might a lumbar disc replacement

Vertebrae and discs are what make up the spine. The vertebrae are bones stacked on each other, while the discs in the middle of each vertebra are like cushions that permit the movement and rotation of …