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If you know which artificial disc you’re interested in, try contacting the rep & they may help you locate a doctor near you that uses it. Your doctor may even be able to refer you to someone close.

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I'm sorry Alexis but your comment made me gasp in horror. It comes from a place of ignorance, or rather the lack of understanding about artifical discs. The surgeon is the only one that can select a disc. It isn't one size fits all. The decision is based on your MRI and medical history. There are over 30 artifical discs although surgeons will have their favourites, they are still customised. I have just had five cervical ADR's in Germany after having done extensive research. Germany are the leaders in artifical disc replacement and have been doing it for 15 years. They are also cheaper than the USA. Cheaper doesn't mean inferior. The USA is known for its exorbitant medical costs. I would recommend looking into Pro Spine in Germany. They will assess your imaging, and give you an estimate.