# LLMs-Full.txt - Full Content for Project Pages # Generated on: 2026-02-05T06:35:06.476Z # Total pages: 30 --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/home ### Title: Home ### Page ID: 7920706 ### Content: # Relief for Back & Neck Pain—From Work to Weekend, Get Moving Again ##### Request a Second Opinion ##### Check Laser Candidacy ##### Working Hours ### Why Choose OSI STL by Dr. David S. Raskas. ###### 30+ years of expertise, conservative-first. ###### Work & accident ready. ###### Same‑Week Appointments ###### HIPAA-secure digital forms & Insurance ## Featured Services ##### Auto Accident Injuries ##### Workers’ Comp Injuries ##### Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) ##### Cervical and Lumbar Disc Replacements ##### Laser Therapy ##### Lumbar Injections ### Meet Dr. David S. Raskas # Workers’ Comp Injuries ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Dr. David S. Raskas 30+ Years • Conservative‑First • Same‑Week Appointments Expert spine care for adults, prioritizing conservative care and minimally invasive options when needed. Have Dr. Raskas review your diagnosis and imaging. We’ll confirm what’s going on and outline conservative and surgical options so you can move forward with confidence. Answer a few quick questions to see if Class IV laser is a safe, effective fit for your neck or back pain. Takes under two minutes—we’ll share next steps if you’re a match. Relief for back and neck pain in St. Louis starts with a clear plan. Our team cares for adults across Greater St. Louis, ages 18 and older, with a conservative‑first approach and minimally invasive options when needed. With 30+ years of experience and same‑week appointments, we focus on getting you back to work, sport, and everyday life. We lead with the least invasive options proven to calm pain and restore function. Explore our most-requested conservative pathways—lumbar injections, laser therapy, and focused injury care—designed to help you feel better now and choose next steps with confidence. We document the medical facts of your care accurately accurately that is required in such treatment plans while care focuses on comfort and function. We communicate directly with employers, case managers, attorneys, and insurance companies where appropriate for safe restrictions and return to work. Smaller incisions and muscle-sparing approaches relieve nerve compression or stabilize the spine with less disruption and typically faster recovery. Motion-preserving replacement of a damaged disc to relieve nerve pressure and maintain mobility—an alternative to fusion for appropriate candidates. Class IV red/near-infrared light eases inflammation and pain without needles. Sessions are 4–8 minutes; typical plan is 5–7 visits, three times weekly. Targeted epidural or facet injections calm inflamed nerves and joints to reduce pain and create a window for effective rehab. David S. Raskas, MD is a board‑certified orthopaedic spine surgeon in St. Louis with over 30 years of experience helping adults overcome neck, back, and leg pain. His philosophy is conservative‑first, with minimally invasive solutions when needed and a steadfast focus on safe, lasting function. 30+ Years • Conservative‑First • Same‑Week Appointments Hurt at work? Get a clear diagnosis, documented restrictions, and a plan to return safely in St. Louis. Give us a call and we can help verify your insurance. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Laminectomy](/lumbar-laminectomy "Lumbar Laminectomy") - [Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)](/microdiscectomy-lumbar-disc-microsurgery "Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)") - [SI Joint Fusion](/si-joint-fusion "SI Joint Fusion") - [Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)](/posterior-anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion "Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)") - [Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Lumbar Injections](/lumbar-injections "Lumbar Injections") - [Laser Therapy (Class IV)](/laser-therapy-class-iv "Laser Therapy (Class IV)") - [Auto Accident Injuries](/auto-accident-injuries "Auto Accident Injuries") - 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[Lumbar Laminectomy](/lumbar-laminectomy "Lumbar Laminectomy") - [Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)](/microdiscectomy-lumbar-disc-microsurgery "Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)") - [SI Joint Fusion](/si-joint-fusion "SI Joint Fusion") - [Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)](/posterior-anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion "Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)") - [Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Lumbar Injections](/lumbar-injections "Lumbar Injections") - [Laser Therapy (Class IV)](/laser-therapy-class-iv "Laser Therapy (Class IV)") - [Auto Accident Injuries](/auto-accident-injuries "Auto Accident Injuries") - 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/services ### Title: Services ### Page ID: 7920714 ### Content: # Spine Treatments in St. Louis, MO ## Our Spine Services ## Our Treatments ### Surgical Care ##### Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) ##### Cervical and Lumbar Disc Replacement ##### Laminectomy / Decompression ##### [Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)](/microdiscectomy-lumbar-disc-microsurgery) ##### [SI Joint Fusion](/si-joint-fusion) ##### [Posterior and Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion](/posterior-anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion) ##### Lumbar Laminectomy ##### Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) ##### Total Lumbar Disc Replacement ### Conservative & Non‑Surgical Care ##### Lumbar Injections ##### Laser Therapy ### Injury Programs ##### Auto Accident Injuries ##### Workers’ Comp Injuries #### Not sure where to start? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, your plan starts conservatively and builds only as needed. We care for adults 18 and overa cross Greater St. Louis with a focus on clear diagnosis, pain relief, and a safe return to work and daily life. Same‑week appointments are available. We lead with the least invasive options proven to calm pain and restore function. Explore our most-requested conservative pathways—lumbar injections, laser therapy, and focused injury care—designed to help you feel better now and choose next steps with confidence. *Most of our procedures are done outpatient, not requiring hospitalization* Smaller incisions and muscle‑sparing techniques relieve nerve compression or stabilize the spine with less disruption and typically faster recovery. Motion‑preserving replacement of a damaged cervical to relieve nerve pressure and maintain mobility—an alternative to fusion for appropriate candidates. Motion‑preserving replacement of a damaged cervical disc to relieve nerve pressure and maintain neck mobility—an alternative to fusion for appropriate candidates. Personalized activity plans and home exercises calm flare‑ups, build strength, and restore confident movement. When helpful, we coordinate with trusted therapy partners. When the sacroiliac joint is a persistent pain source, fusing the sacrum and pelvic bone can stabilize the area, reduce inflammation, and relieve lower-back, buttock, and thigh pain when conservative care hasn’t helped. Surgery to relieve pinched nerves or spinal cord pressure in the neck and stabilize the level for lasting relief. Using either a front (ACDF) or back (PCDF) approach, the damaged disc and bone spurs are removed, the nerves are decompressed, and the spine is fused to reduce pain, numbness, and weakness. By removing a small section of bone and thickened tissue, this procedure creates space for pinched nerves (spinal stenosis), helping reduce back/leg pain and improve walking tolerance with a typically quicker recovery using minimally invasive techniques. Small incisions and muscle-sparing approaches are used to stabilize painful or unstable segments, reducing motion-related pain and supporting a faster return to activity compared with traditional open surgery. A damaged lumbar disc is replaced with an artificial implant to relieve nerve pressure and preserve motion—an alternative to fusion for carefully selected patients. Targeted epidural or facet injections calm inflamed nerves and joints to reduce pain and create a window for effective rehab. Class IV red/near-infrared light eases inflammation and pain without needles. Sessions are 4–8 minutes; typical plan is 5–7 visits, three times weekly. We document the medical facts of your care accurately accurately that is required in such treatment plans while care focuses on comfort and function. We communicate directly with employers, case managers, attorneys, and insurance companies where appropriate for safe restrictions and return to work. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/about-us ### Title: About Us ### Page ID: 7920715 ### Content: # About Us OSISTL ### Who We Are ### How We Practice ## Meet the Doctor ###### David S. Raskas, MD ###### Tabitha Stith — Coming Soon ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Get to know more about us, our story, our mission and our staff. Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis provides patient‑first spine care for adults of all ages throughout Greater St. Louis. We start conservatively, explain every option in plain language, and reserve procedures for when they’re truly appropriate. When symptoms persist, we discuss all the options for surgical care.  This empowers you in making the best decision for you.  Options often include minimally invasive surgery (MISS), motion sparing procedures such as lumbar and cervical disc replacements. **Our goal is simple:** less pain, better movement, and a confident return to work, sport, and everyday life. Every visit begins with listening. We learn how your pain started, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects your day. We review prior imaging when available and order studies only when they change the plan. Many patients do well with targeted activity guidance, therapy, and focused relief such as lumbar injections or Class IV laser. When symptoms persist, we discuss minimally invasive procedures—including MISS and cervical total disc replacement—so you can choose the path that best fits your goals. With more than 30 years of experience in St. Louis, our surgeon‑led team pairs modern techniques with a conservative‑first philosophy. Same‑week appointments, clear communication, and HIPAA‑secure digital forms keep your experience smooth from the first call to follow‑up. We verify insurance benefits in advance so there are no surprises on the day of your visit. Our philosophy is simple — hire a team of diverse, passionate people and foster a culture that empowers you to do you best work. David S. Raskas, MD is a board‑certified orthopaedic spine surgeon in St. Louis with over 30 years of experience. His approach is conservative‑first, with minimally invasive solutions when needed and a steadfast focus on safe, lasting function. Learn more about his training, clinical interests, and philosophy on his profile page. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Laminectomy](/lumbar-laminectomy "Lumbar Laminectomy") - [Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)](/microdiscectomy-lumbar-disc-microsurgery "Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)") - [SI Joint Fusion](/si-joint-fusion "SI Joint Fusion") - [Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)](/posterior-anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion "Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)") - [Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Information](/patient-information "Patient Information") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - 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[Home](/home) 3. [Articles](/articles) 5. [Why You Should Invest In Your Roof?](/why-you-should-invest-in-your-roof) --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/meet-dr-raskas ### Title: Meet Dr. Raskas ### Page ID: 7920723 ### Content: # Meet Dr. Raskas ### Meet Dr. David S. Raskas ##### Outside the Clinic #### Care Philosophy #### Conditions Treated ### Training & Credentials ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Dr. David S. Raskas is a board‑certified orthopaedic spine surgeon and St. Louis native with 30+ years of experience caring for adults with neck, back, and leg pain. He believes the best outcomes start with a careful exam, a clear diagnosis, and a conservative‑first plan. When procedures are appropriate, he uses modern, minimally invasive techniques to relieve pain and restore function with as little disruption as possible. When he isn’t caring for patients, Dr. Raskas enjoys time with family, working out to reduce stress, and improving his golf game. He proudly supports the Jewish Federation, Backstoppers, and the University of Michigan Medical School Orthopaedic Program. Your visit begins with a conversation. Dr. Raskas listens to how your symptoms began, what you’ve tried, and what you need to get back to. He explains imaging and exam findings in plain language, outlines both conservative and surgical options, and helps you decide confidently. Patients appreciate that he stays involved before, during, and after treatment to guide a safe return to work, sport, and daily life. Dr. Raskas offers comprehensive care for a full range of spinal conditions—from acute injuries to degenerative issues such as disc herniation, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, degenerative disc disease, and osteoporotic compression fractures. He also coordinates focused relief such as lumbar injections and Class IV laser therapy when indicated. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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St. Louis Orthopaedic Association - St. Louis Spine Society - Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/lumbar-injections ### Title: Lumbar Injections ### Page ID: 7920724 ### Content: # Lumbar Injections in St. Louis, MO ## Lumbar Injections Treatment ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who may need this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Not sure where to start? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Lumbar injections place anti-inflammatory medication and a small amount of anesthetic precisely where irritation is coming from in the lower back. Using live X-ray guidance (fluoroscopy), we target the epidural space around a nerve root or the small facet joints along the spine. The visit is outpatient, the needle time is brief, and most people return to normal activity the next day. These injections calm inflammation, reduce nerve sensitivity, and make it easier to sit, stand, walk, and sleep. They also create a “window” for physical therapy and activity work—so you can rebuild strength and mobility while pain is controlled. If you’ve had persistent low-back or leg pain despite home care, medications, and targeted exercises—or your symptoms are limiting work, sleep, or daily activity—an injection can help break the pain-inflammation cycle. It’s also useful when we need diagnostic clarity: if pain improves after a precisely placed injection, it confirms we’re treating the right source. (We’ll review medical history, medications like blood thinners, and special situations such as pregnancy or diabetes to make sure it’s safe and timed appropriately for you.) At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we take a conservative-first approach and use imaging guidance for accuracy and safety. Your visit includes a focused exam, review of any prior imaging, and a clear discussion of options. If an injection is right for you, we’ll pair it with a simple, progressive plan—activity guidance, therapy when helpful, and follow-ups to track your progress. Our team verifies insurance up front and offers same-week appointments when possible, so you can move forward without delays. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Injections](/lumbar-injections "Lumbar Injections") - [Laser Therapy (Class IV)](/laser-therapy-class-iv "Laser Therapy (Class IV)") - [Auto Accident Injuries](/auto-accident-injuries "Auto Accident Injuries") - [Workers’ Comp Injuries](/workers-comp-injuries "Workers’ Comp Injuries") - [Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)](/minimally-invasive-spine-surgery-miss "Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)") - [Cervical Total Disc Replacement (TDR)](/cervical-total-disc-replacement-tdr "Cervical Total Disc Replacement (TDR)") - [Laminectomy / Decompression](/laminectomy-decompression "Laminectomy / Decompression") - [Lumbar Laminectomy](/lumbar-laminectomy "Lumbar Laminectomy") - [Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)](/microdiscectomy-lumbar-disc-microsurgery "Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery)") - [SI Joint Fusion](/si-joint-fusion "SI Joint Fusion") - [Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)](/posterior-anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion "Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)") - [Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Lumbar radiculopathy (sciatica) from a herniated or bulging disc - Lumbar spinal stenosis with leg pain or heaviness on walking - Facet-joint arthritis causing localized low-back pain and morning stiffness - Flare-ups after overuse, strain, or a minor injury when conservative care hasn’t been enough - Spondylolisthesis - Targeted relief at the true pain source - Quick visit, minimal downtime, and no stitches - Diagnostic value to guide the rest of your care - Helps you progress therapy and daily activity with less pain - Can be repeated when medically appropriate (often 1–3 injections spaced apart) --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/laser-therapy-class-iv ### Title: Laser Therapy (Class IV) ### Page ID: 7920725 ### Content: # Laser Therapy Class IV Treatment in St. Louis, MO ## Laser Therapy (Class IV) Treatment ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who may need this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to see if laser therapy is right for you? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Class IV laser therapy is a non-invasive, light-based treatment that uses specific red and near-infrared wavelengths to reduce inflammation and pain while supporting tissue repair. Treatment is delivered through the skin without needles or medication. **Sessions are quick—typically 4–8 minutes per area—and most plans include 5–7 visits, scheduled three times per week for best results.** Laser therapy calms irritated tissues, increases local circulation, and eases stiffness so movement feels safer and more comfortable. Many patients notice gradual relief over the first few sessions and better tolerance for daily activity and exercise. If you want a non-drug, non-injection option—or you’re not yet a candidate for injections or surgery—laser therapy may be a fit. We review your history, exam, and goals to confirm candidacy. Laser is not used over tattoos in the treatment area and isn’t appropriate during pregnancy, with active cancer, or for patients with spinal cord stimulators. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we screen for safety, set expectations, and tailor a focused plan—often pairing laser with simple at-home exercises so results last. We track progress visit by visit and adjust the plan as your pain and function improve. Coverage varies by plan; our team can verify insurance and offer same-week appointments when available. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Neck or back pain (acute flares or chronic symptoms) - Sciatica and nerve-related leg pain - Muscle strain, ligament sprain, and overuse injuries - Post-flare soreness that limits rehab progress - Non-invasive with no downtime - Short visits that fit a busy schedule - Helps reduce pain and swelling to accelerate rehab - Can be paired with activity guidance or physical therapy - Stepwise, conservative-first path before considering procedures --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/auto-accident-injuries ### Title: Auto Accident Injuries ### Page ID: 7920726 ### Content: # Auto Accident Injuries Treatment in St. Louis, MO ## Auto Accident Injuries Treatment ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who may need this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to get evaluated? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact We provide prompt evaluation and treatment for neck and back symptoms after a motor-vehicle collision. Because pain can appear or worsen over the first few days, we focus on careful examination, targeted imaging only when it changes the plan, and a step-by-step path that prioritizes comfort, function, and a safe return to work and daily life in St. Louis. This visit clarifies what was injured, reduces pain and stiffness, and restores confident movement. You’ll leave with a practical plan—often starting conservatively—so you know what to do today, what to watch for, and how we’ll progress your activity and recovery. *(If you develop red-flag symptoms such as new weakness, numbness in a saddle distribution, or loss of bowel/bladder control, seek emergency care immediately.)* Anyone with new neck, back, or leg pain after a collision—especially if symptoms affect sleep, work, or daily activity. It’s also right for those whose pain seemed mild at first but has persisted or worsened over several days. We review your history and any prior imaging and tailor next steps to your goals and job demands. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, your visit begins with listening. We explain exam and imaging findings in plain language and design a plan that fits your life—often combining activity modifications, therapy, and laser to calm inflammation, with injections considered when needed. We coordinate imaging, provide clear work notes, and verify insurance up front to reduce surprises. Same-week appointments are often available. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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Documentation to support work status and safe return-to-duty plans - Ongoing check-ins so your plan adapts as you improve --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/workers-comp-injuries ### Title: Workers’ Comp Injuries ### Page ID: 7920727 ### Content: # Workers’ Comp Injuries Services in St. Louis, MO ## Workers’ Comp Injuries ## What the service is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who may need this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to get evaluated? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact This visit focuses on spine injuries that begin at work—whether from lifting, repetitive tasks, slips, or a sudden incident. In our St. Louis clinic, we combine a careful exam with targeted imaging only when it changes the plan, then outline duty-specific restrictions and a stepwise path back to safe function. We reduce pain and stiffness, clarify what was injured, and give you—and your employer/case manager—clear guidance. You’ll leave with practical do’s and don’ts, a timeline to progress activity, and check-ins to track recovery. If pain began on the job and is limiting your ability to lift, stand, drive, or sleep—or you’ve missed shifts due to symptoms—this visit is for you. It’s also appropriate if you need formal work status notes, restrictions, or documentation for a workers’ compensation claim. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, your recovery plan is built around the job you need to do. We verify Workers’ Compensation coverage, coordinate imaging only when necessary, and provide timely documentation after each visit. Most patients start with a conservative plan—activity guidance, therapy, and laser—with injections considered if symptoms block progress. We stay involved until you’re safely back at work, with a clear plan to prevent re-injury. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Acute low-back or neck strain/sprain and facet irritation - Nerve-related pain (lumbar or cervical radiculopathy/sciatica) - Aggravation of underlying stenosis or disc herniation from work activity - Overuse injuries from repetitive lifting, twisting, or prolonged standing/sitting - Fast, accurate diagnosis with work-focused treatment goals - Conservative-first care (activity modification, targeted therapy, Class IV laser) - Imaging-guided lumbar injections when indicated for pain control and clarity - Clear restrictions and staged return-to-work plans tailored to your duties - Direct communication with employers and case managers to keep everyone aligned --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/minimally-invasive-spine-surgery-miss ### Title: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) ### Page ID: 7920728 ### Content: # Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) Treatment in St. Louis, MO ## Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) ## What the service is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact MISS uses small incisions and muscle-sparing techniques to treat spine problems with less disruption to healthy tissue. Using tubular retractors and live X-ray guidance, your surgeon works through a narrow corridor to reach the target area—often for microdiscectomy, decompression (laminectomy/foraminotomy), or stabilization procedures—aiming for effective relief and a smoother recovery compared with traditional “open” surgery. MISS is designed to relieve pressure on irritated nerves, stabilize painful or unstable segments, and reduce inflammation that limits standing, walking, sleep, and daily activity. Many patients experience less blood loss, smaller scars, and a faster return to normal routines. MISS is considered when symptoms persist despite conservative care—such as activity modification, physical therapy, laser therapy, or targeted injections—or when significant nerve compression or progressive weakness requires timely relief. During your consultation, we’ll review your history, exam, and imaging to confirm whether a minimally invasive approach is the safest, most effective option for your specific condition. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first plan and reserve surgery for when it’s truly appropriate. If you’re a candidate for MISS, we’ll walk you through the procedure, recovery milestones, and restrictions in plain language. Your plan includes pre-op preparation, coordination with therapy, and clear follow-ups so you know exactly what to expect. Our team verifies insurance in advance and offers same-week appointments when available. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Herniated or bulging discs causing cervical or lumbar radiculopathy (sciatica/arm pain) - Spinal stenosis from bone and tissue overgrowth that crowds the nerves - Spondylolisthesis and painful instability that worsen with motion - Select cases of degenerative disc disease requiring stabilization - Smaller incisions with muscle-sparing access - Typically less blood loss and post-op discomfort - Shorter hospital stays and a stepwise return to activity - Precise, imaging-guided treatment at the problem source - Often lower infection risk and faster functional recovery --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/cervical-total-disc-replacement-tdr ### Title: Cervical Total Disc Replacement (TDR) ### Page ID: 7920729 ### Content: # Cervical Total Disc Replacement (TDR) Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## Cervical Total Disc Replacement (TDR) ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Cervical total disc replacement is a motion-preserving surgery that removes a damaged disc in the neck and replaces it with an artificial disc. Instead of joining two bones together (fusion), TDR is designed to keep the level moving, relieve pressure on the nerve or spinal cord, and maintain natural biomechanics. Most procedures are performed through a small incision at the front of the neck. TDR aims to relieve arm pain, numbness, and weakness caused by a pinched nerve and reduce neck pain linked to a worn or herniated disc. By preserving motion at the treated level, it’s designed to reduce stress on nearby levels compared with fusion. You may be a candidate if symptoms persist despite conservative care (activity changes, therapy, medications, injections) or if you have progressive weakness or significant nerve compression on imaging. TDR is typically considered for one- or two-level disc disease without marked instability, severe facet arthritis, advanced osteoporosis, or deformity. During your consultation in St. Louis, we’ll review your history, exam, and MRI to confirm whether TDR—or another option—best fits your goals. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first approach and reserve surgery for when it’s truly appropriate. If TDR is right for you, we’ll walk you through each step—pre-op preparation, the hospital or ASC plan, collar use (if needed), milestones for driving and desk work, and when to resume sport or heavier activity. We coordinate physical therapy when helpful, verify insurance benefits up front, and schedule timely follow-ups so you always know what’s next. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Symptomatic cervical disc herniation or degenerative disc disease - Cervical radiculopathy (arm pain/tingling from nerve compression) - Select cases of mild cervical myelopathy when decompression and motion preservation are appropriate - Motion preservation at the treated level (vs. eliminating movement with fusion) - Direct nerve/spinal cord decompression to address arm pain and weakness - Typically smaller incision and a straightforward recovery plan - May reduce stress on adjacent levels compared with fusion - Clear, stepwise return to normal activity with guidance --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/laminectomy-decompression ### Title: Laminectomy / Decompression ### Page ID: 7920730 ### Content: # Cervical Laminectomy / Decompression Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## Cervical Laminectomy / Decompression ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Cervical laminectomy (and related decompression procedures such as laminotomy and foraminotomy) removes small areas of bone and thickened tissue that are crowding the spinal cord or nerve roots in the neck. Working through a small incision on the back of the neck—and using imaging guidance—your surgeon creates more space to relieve pressure. In select cases, a minimally invasive approach is possible. If there’s significant instability or a large area must be removed, a fusion may be recommended at the same time to keep the spine stable. Decompression eases pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, which can reduce neck pain and relieve arm pain, tingling, or weakness. Many patients also notice improved hand coordination and balance when spinal cord compression (myelopathy) is present. You may be a candidate if symptoms persist despite conservative care—activity changes, therapy, medications, laser, or injections—or if there is progressive weakness, dexterity loss, or clear signs of spinal cord involvement. During your St. Louis consultation, we’ll correlate your exam with MRI findings and discuss whether decompression alone, decompression with fusion, or a different approach (e.g., ACDF or TDR) best fits your goals. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with conservative options and reserve surgery for when it’s truly appropriate. If decompression is recommended, we’ll explain the procedure in plain language, review alternatives, and map your recovery—collar use (if needed), driving/desk-work timelines, and therapy milestones. Our team verifies insurance benefits up front and schedules timely follow-ups so you always know what’s next. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Cervical spinal stenosis from bone spurs and thickened ligaments - Cervical radiculopathy (pinched nerve) causing arm pain, numbness, or weakness - Cervical myelopathy (spinal cord compression) leading to clumsiness, gait changes, or hand dysfunction - Disc–osteophyte complexes or facet overgrowth that narrow the nerve channels (foramina) - Direct pressure relief on the spinal cord and nerves - Smaller incision and muscle-sparing techniques when appropriate - Improved arm symptoms and, in myelopathy, potential improvement in hand function and balance - A plan tailored to preserve motion when safe—or stabilize if needed --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/microdiscectomy-lumbar-disc-microsurgery ### Title: Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery) ### Page ID: 7920731 ### Content: # Microdiscectomy Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## Microdiscectomy (Lumbar Disc Microsurgery) ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact A lumbar microdiscectomy removes the small portion of a herniated disc that’s pressing on a nerve in the lower back. Through a short incision and with the aid of a surgical microscope (and often tubular retractors), your surgeon gently moves muscle aside, locates the fragment, and frees the pinched nerve. It’s typically an outpatient procedure with a straightforward recovery plan. Microdiscectomy is designed to relieve leg pain, numbness, and tingling caused by sciatica. Many patients notice a meaningful reduction in shooting leg pain soon after surgery as pressure on the nerve is relieved, making walking and daily activity more comfortable. You may be a candidate if significant leg pain, numbness, or weakness persists despite conservative care—such as activity changes, physical therapy, medications, laser therapy, or targeted injections—or if weakness is progressing. During your St. Louis consultation, we’ll review your history, exam, and MRI to confirm the disc level involved and discuss whether microdiscectomy is the safest, most effective option for your goals. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first plan and reserve surgery for when it’s truly appropriate. If microdiscectomy is right for you, we’ll explain each step in plain language—pre-op preparation, the day of surgery, driving and desk-work timelines, lifting precautions, and therapy milestones—so you always know what’s next. Our team verifies insurance up front, coordinates any needed imaging, and schedules timely follow-ups to track recovery. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Lumbar disc herniation with radiculopathy (sciatica) - Persistent leg pain or numbness from a disc fragment compressing a nerve root - Select recurrent herniations after initial improvement with conservative care - Direct nerve decompression to address sciatica at its source - Small incision with muscle-sparing access and typically minimal blood loss - Usually same-day surgery with a clear, stepwise return to activity - Rapid leg-pain relief in many patients and improved walking tolerance - A focused procedure that preserves normal structures not causing symptoms --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/si-joint-fusion ### Title: SI Joint Fusion ### Page ID: 7920732 ### Content: # SI Joint Fusion Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## SI Joint Fusion ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to find out if SI joint fusion is right for you? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact SI joint fusion stabilizes the sacroiliac (SI) joint—the small joint that connects the spine (sacrum) to the pelvis—when it remains a proven source of pain despite conservative care. Through a small incision and imaging guidance, your surgeon places implants to limit painful motion and allow the joint to heal in a stable position. Most cases use a minimally invasive approach with a straightforward recovery plan. When the SI joint is the culprit, stabilizing it can reduce low-back, buttock, and groin pain, improve standing and walking tolerance, and lessen pain with sitting, stairs, or getting in and out of a car. Many patients report better sleep and a safer path back to work and daily activity. *(Because other conditions can mimic SI pain, we confirm the diagnosis with exam maneuvers and often a diagnostic SI joint injection before discussing fusion.)* You may be a candidate if you have persistent SI-pattern pain that limits daily life despite activity modification, targeted therapy, bracing, medications, Class IV laser therapy, or image-guided SI injections—and if relief after a diagnostic injection points to the SI joint as the true source. We’ll also review factors like bone health, smoking status, and overall goals to determine the safest plan. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first pathway and proceed to fusion only when the SI joint is clearly identified as the pain generator. Your visit includes a focused exam, review of imaging, and discussion of alternatives. If fusion is appropriate, we outline each step—pre-op preparation, the day of surgery, weight-bearing guidance, and therapy milestones—so you know exactly what to expect. Our team verifies insurance (including Workers’ Compensation when applicable) and offers same-week appointments when available. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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Helps reduce reliance on repeated injections or chronic medication - A structured plan to restore confidence in standing, walking, and transfers --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/lumbar-laminectomy ### Title: Lumbar Laminectomy ### Page ID: 7920733 ### Content: # Lumbar Laminectomy Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## Lumbar Laminectomy ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact A lumbar laminectomy removes a small portion of bone and thickened tissue that narrows the spinal canal in the lower back. By creating more space around the nerves, your surgeon relieves pressure that causes leg pain, numbness, or weakness. When appropriate, we use a minimally invasive approach with a short incision and muscle-sparing access; if a nerve tunnel is the main issue, a targeted laminotomy/foraminotomy may be performed instead. Decompression is designed to ease leg symptoms that limit standing and walking—especially pain, heaviness, or numbness that improves when you sit or lean forward. Many patients notice they can walk farther with less discomfort and sleep more comfortably as nerve irritation settles. You may be a candidate if conservative care—activity changes, physical therapy, medications, laser therapy, or targeted injections—hasn’t provided lasting relief, or if weakness or walking intolerance is progressing. During your St. Louis consultation, we correlate your exam with MRI findings to confirm the level(s) involved and determine whether decompression alone or decompression with stabilization is the safest, most effective plan. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first approach and reserve surgery for when it’s truly appropriate. If laminectomy is recommended, we’ll explain the procedure in plain language, review alternatives, and map your recovery—from the day-of-surgery plan to walking goals, driving/desk-work timelines, lifting precautions, and therapy milestones. Our team verifies insurance up front, coordinates any needed imaging, and schedules timely follow-ups so you always know what comes next. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. 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Improved walking distance and reduction of leg pain and numbness - A tailored plan to preserve motion when safe—or stabilize if needed --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis ### Title: Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) ### Page ID: 7920734 ### Content: # Lumbar Fusion Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact MIS lumbar fusion stabilizes painful or unstable segments in the lower back using small incisions and muscle-sparing techniques. Through a narrow working corridor (often with tubular retractors and live X-ray guidance), your surgeon removes the painful disc material, places a spacer (interbody cage) and bone graft, and secures the level with screws and rods as needed. Common minimally invasive approaches include MIS TLIF/PLIF and lateral approaches (LLIF); the goal is to reduce motion at the painful segment so the bones can fuse and symptoms calm. By limiting painful motion and decompressing crowded nerves when needed, MIS fusion can reduce mechanical low-back pain, ease leg pain/numbness, and improve standing, walking, and sleep. Many patients experience smaller scars, less blood loss, and a smoother recovery than with traditional open surgery. You may be a candidate if significant back and/or leg symptoms persist despite conservative care—activity changes, physical therapy, medications, Class IV laser, or targeted injections—or if imaging shows instability that matches your exam findings. During your St. Louis consultation, we review your history, MRI/CT, and goals to confirm whether a minimally invasive fusion—or another option—fits best. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first plan and recommend fusion only when it’s truly warranted. If MIS fusion is right for you, we’ll outline every step—pre-op preparation, the day-of-surgery plan, walking goals, driving/desk-work timelines, lifting and bending precautions, and when to start therapy. We coordinate imaging, verify insurance benefits up front (including Workers’ Compensation when applicable), and schedule timely follow-ups so you always know what comes next. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Spondylolisthesis (slipped vertebra) with painful instability - Recurrent disc herniation or disc collapse with segmental instability - Severe degenerative disc disease causing motion-related back pain after exhaustive conservative care - Select cases needing both stabilization and decompression (e.g., stenosis with instability) - Smaller incisions and muscle-sparing access - Typically less blood loss and shorter hospital stay - Direct stabilization at the true pain source; decompression can be combined when appropriate - A stepwise, predictable recovery plan with clear activity milestones - Designed to reduce motion-related pain and improve day-to-day function --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr ### Title: Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR) ### Page ID: 7920735 ### Content: # Lumbar Fusion Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact Total lumbar disc replacement is a motion-preserving surgery that removes a worn or damaged disc in the lower back and replaces it with an artificial disc. The goal is to relieve pain from a painful disc while maintaining movement at that level—an alternative to fusion for carefully selected patients. Lumbar TDR targets disc-related low-back pain that flares with bending, sitting, or lifting. By restoring disc height and unloading painful structures, many patients experience steadier relief and a more natural feel when moving, standing, and walking. *(Your evaluation rules out other pain sources such as significant facet arthritis or instability.)* You may be a candidate if you have single-level discogenic back pain that hasn’t improved with activity modification, physical therapy, medications, laser therapy, or targeted injections—and your imaging and exam align with a painful disc as the primary source. TDR is not typically recommended when there is marked instability, severe facet arthritis, osteoporosis, deformity, or multi-level disease. We confirm candidacy during your St. Louis consultation. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first plan and recommend surgery only when it’s truly appropriate. If lumbar TDR fits your goals, we’ll walk you through the entire process—pre-op preparation, the day of surgery, early mobility, and milestones for desk work, driving, and exercise. We coordinate therapy when helpful, verify insurance coverage (not all plans cover TDR), and schedule timely follow-ups so you always know what’s next. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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[Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)](/lumbar-fusion-minimally-invasive-surgery-mis "Lumbar Fusion — Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)") - [Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)](/total-lumbar-disc-replacement-lumbar-tdr "Total Lumbar Disc Replacement (Lumbar TDR)") - [Patient Forms](/patient-information#patient-forms "Patient Forms") - [Insurance and Payments](/patient-information#insurance-and-payments "Insurance and Payments") - [Prescriptions and Refills](/patient-information#prescriptions-and-refills "Prescriptions and Refills") - Symptomatic degenerative disc disease at one lumbar level - Disc collapse with persistent back pain despite conservative care - Select cases with nerve compression from disc pathology when decompression is performed with the replacement - Preserves motion at the treated level (vs. eliminating movement with fusion) - Restores disc height and relieves nerve pressure when needed - Typically smaller incision and a predictable recovery plan - May reduce stress on adjacent levels compared with fusion - Stepwise return to work, driving, and activity with clear guidance --- ## URL: https://magpiec19e52c9.NA904/posterior-anterior-cervical-discectomy-and-fusion ### Title: Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF) ### Page ID: 7920736 ### Content: # PCDF & ACDF Procedure in St. Louis, MO ## Posterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (PCDF) / Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF) ## What the procedure is ### What it can help with ##### What it treats #### Who needs this treatment ##### The benefits #### How we can help as a practice #### Ready to talk through your options? ## Don't Let The Pain Control Your Life ###### Company ###### Treatments ###### Contact **ACDF** removes a damaged cervical disc through a small incision in the front of the neck, takes pressure off the nerve/spinal cord, places an interbody spacer with bone graft, and stabilizes the level with a plate and screws so it can fuse. **PCDF** approaches from the back of the neck to free pinched nerves (discectomy/foraminotomy), then stabilizes the spine with screws/rods and bone graft to promote fusion. Both procedures are designed to stop painful motion at the treated level(s) and create lasting room for the nerves. By decompressing the nerves and stabilizing the segment, ACDF/PCDF can reduce arm pain, tingling, and weakness, ease neck pain linked to movement at a worn level, and improve coordination or balance when the spinal cord is compressed. You may be a candidate if symptoms persist despite conservative care (activity changes, therapy, medications, injections/laser), or if you have progressive weakness, coordination changes, or clear spinal cord/nerve compression on imaging. During your St. Louis consultation, we’ll review your history, exam, and MRI to decide whether ACDF, PCDF, or another option (such as motion-preserving TDR) best fits your goals and anatomy. At Orthopedic Spine Institute of St. Louis, we start with a conservative-first plan and recommend surgery only when it’s truly appropriate. If ACDF or PCDF is right for you, we’ll explain each step in plain language—pre-op preparation, hospital/ASC plan, collar use (if needed), driving and desk-work timelines, lifting limits, and therapy milestones. We verify insurance benefits up front, coordinate imaging, and schedule timely follow-ups so you always know what’s next. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll route you to the right visit type. You can also call our St. Louis office or book online. Back or neck pain? Start with a conservative plan—30+ years of spine care in St. Louis, same-week appointments. The Orthopedic and Spine Institute of St. Louis **©** 2026\. 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This page gathers everything you need before your visit—secure forms, insurance and payment details, and prescription/refill guidance—so your appointment is smooth from start to finish. If you can not find what you're looking for or would like to learn more about our treatments please give us a call. Complete your secure forms online before your appointment. Choose the packet that matches the area we’re evaluating; the form adapts to show only what you need. Please bring your driver’s license, insurance cards, any recent diagnostic studies (X‑rays, CT, MRI and reports), and a current list of medications with dosages to your first visit. **Tip:** If you’re unsure which packet to complete—or you’re being seen for both neck and back—start the forms and select the option that best fits; our team will confirm at check‑in. If you haven’t been seen in over 3 years, you would be considered a New Patient. 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