In this insightful episode of the Back Pain Talk podcast, host Dr. Tony Mork, MD a renowned endoscopic spinal surgeon, discusses the challenges and solutions related to annular tear surgery. He shares a real-life case study of a patient who suffered from chronic low back pain after a motor vehicle accident and was unable to find relief through conventional treatment methods like physical therapy and chiropractic care.
Dr. Mork delves into the diagnostic process, explaining the use of MRI scans and CT discograms to identify annular tears. He highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis, especially for patients experiencing axial low back pain without radicular symptoms, as it helps determine the most appropriate treatment plan.
The episode further explores the controversial nature of annular tear treatment and emphasizes Dr. Mork's belief in minimal intervention. He shares his successful experience using a trimedyne laser with a 1.6 mm side-cutting tip to treat the patient, resulting in significant pain relief and recovery within two months post-surgery.
Tune in to this episode of "Back Pain Talk" to learn more about the innovative and minimally invasive treatment options for annular tears, as well as Dr. Tony Mork's commitment to providing patients with the best possible outcomes.
I'm Dr. Tony Mork and I run an Endoscopic Spine Surgery practice in Irvine, California and Naples, FL. I avoid a fusion when possible (which is most situations) and provide treatments that actually address the pain without taking an invasive approach.
Some of the conditions I treat:
- Disc Herniation
- Bulging Discs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Annular Tears
- Sciatica
- Facet Syndrome
- Foraminal Stenosis
- And more
Dr. Tony Mork, MD
2102 Business Center Dr #127, Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 640-6675
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