Allan, this is a question that also applies to me and I have no answer either. My disc replacement was deemed suitable as although that level (L4/5) was bone on bone it apparently showed no facet degeneration. However my L3/4 did show degeneration and instability hence the fusion there. It wasn't suitable for ADR.
I thought ADR wasn't indicated with DDD and fusion was the ony option so you've confused me now.
I'm still having pain at both levels and had facet injections a few months back. While effective, they only lasted 8 weeks.
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Scoliosis 35*
DDD Everywhere!
The Usual Discograms Epidural Facet Injections etc
Maverick L4/5 Fusion L3/4
July 3 2006
Dynesys Stabilisation L4/5
Lt & Rt Facet Removal +Non-Bone Fusion L5/S1
May 26 2008
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