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Old 08-22-2006, 01:33 PM
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Do you have any links to the long term studies of the Maverick? I haven't seen the one about the 31.5 year test. The Maverick seems to be the best design on paper but the long term studies are important. I have also heard of 2 metals rubbing together "scoring" (sp?) and causing problems. I also heard the Maverick can't be used for multi-level because the keel can crack the vertebrae. Alot of us have to take what our insurance gives us. I waited a long time for this approval. I can't wait any longer for the Maverick. The combo of pain/drugs has driven me to a quicker decision. Prodisc is the industry standard right now so I am very happy to be (hopefully) getting a Prodisc in October.

So anyway, How 'bout that link buddy?

Thx & Good Luck!
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