A 34-year-old member asked:
How effective is spinal surgery for degenerative arthritus?
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Rheumatology 53 years experience
See details: The indications for spinal surgery are limited and the effectiveness depends on the reason for surgery and multiple other factors. It can be very effective in selected cases.
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Last updated Apr 5, 2014
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