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Read Inspiring Posts of Everyday Triumphs After Total Disc Replacement
Read Inspiring Posts of Everyday Triumphs After Total Disc Replacement
You may be feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, alone, and confused in your struggle with neck, arm, back, and leg discomfort. At rediscover, we have developed a community dedicated to providing you hope and support through access to success stories.
Our Patient Ambassadors and Spokespeople are former pain sufferers who have undergone a Total Disc Replacement procedure with prodisc and have regained their lives! Whether they are back to work, spending time with their loved ones, or engaging in high-performance activities, they are willing to share their experiences and inspire others who may be facing similar challenges.
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Brian Gay
"People are amazed at my recovery and how quickly I was able to get back to my personal and professional activities. As a professional golfer, I had confidence in the prodisc system based on its inherent stability and long-term history of success. Stability was especially important considering my extensive physical activities."
Age: 46
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Golf, Traveling, Winter Sports
Watch My Story Read MoreRory Sabbatini
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"I probably feel better today than when I was 30 years old! Since having prodisc implanted, I have no issues with my neck and have full range of motion."
Age: 42
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Golf and Spending Time with Family
Watch My Story Read MoreRobert Masson, M.D.
"I’ve been an advocate of prodisc from the very beginning. Being a patient myself, I understand what the journey is like. This procedure allows my patients to return to their lives."
Age: 54
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Motorsport Racing, Working Out, Wakeboarding, Hiking, and Mountain Climbing
Watch My Story Read MoreWilliam C. Tally, M.D.
"The more that patients can see the return-to-life results that others’ achieve, the more likely they are to seek treatment for their own back pain. Spine surgery is not only about treating pain – it’s about getting patients back to living life."
Age: 46
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Mountaineer, Wakeboarder, Sports Enthusiiast, and Father of Two
Watch My Story Read MoreLoren Vandergriff
"This surgery changed my life significantly... I would say I'm a huge advocate for a disc replacement because my outcome has been so positive in so many ways."
Age: (Undisclosed)
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Working Out, Bicycling, Running, Active Mother
Watch My Story Read MoreSam C.
"I feel like I've got a new lease on life, and I just want to be patient and try to enjoy it as best I can."
Age: 53
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Cross Fit, Golf, Dancing, Spending Time with His Wife and Kids
Watch My Story Read MoreJoe L.M.
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"After prodisc my pain went from a 12/10 to a 1.5/10! I’m back to doing everything that I wanted without limitations."
Age: 49
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Running, Hiking, and Spending Time with His Family
Watch My Story Read MoreJason M. Cuéllar, MD, PhD
"It felt great to be able to sit for longer periods of time and start getting back to my normal life."
Age: 42
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Snowboarding, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Swimming
Read MoreTodd Lanman, M.D.
"Chronic back and neck pain affect all aspects of life and can make quality living very difficult. The prodisc Total Disc Replacement System is a tool I use, giving my patients the option to thrive and maintain the highest quality active lifestyle."
Age: 60
Procedure Type: Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Hiking, Swimming, and Playing Tennis with His Daughter
Read MoreJohn R.
"Less than 6 months after his surgery, John "took first place in his division" at the IBJJF open in Dallas."
Age: 39
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Ranching, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Weight Training, Running
Read MoreKerstin I.
"For me, it was clear, even though I’m 60 and considered by some to be ‘old’ for a disc replacement, there was no question about getting a disc replacement versus a fusion."
Age: 60
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Swimming, Horseback Riding, Skiing, Golf
Read MoreHenry D.
"A year ago, before the operation, I couldn’t have considered this dream of racing professionally... whereas now I can race all day, get out, go to the gym and then do it all over again the next day."
Age: 23
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Auto Racing, Figure Skating, Working Out
Read MoreRussell O.
"I would do the surgery again in a heartbeat. I have my life back!"
Age: 49
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Weightlifting, Playing with His Children
Read MoreBrian C.
"I’ve seen the results from prodisc® for 13 years, there was no way I was choosing any other option."
Age: 39
Procedure Type: Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Running, Cycling, Playing Sports, Competing in Triathlons
Read MoreRobbie W.
"I’m back to playing hockey and golf and enjoying life again!"
Age: 31
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Working Out, Hockey, Golf, Spending Time with Loved Ones
Read MoreIrma H.
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"The surgery was a real blessing in my life and allows me to enjoy the serenity of island life—relaxing at the beach with friends under the swaying palm trees and listening to music that exemplifies the island vibe I love so much."
Age: 53
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Enjoying the Serenity of Island Life, Relaxing at the Beach, Listening to Music
Read MoreAndrea L.
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"Before I met my spine surgeon, I didn’t know that prodisc was a less invasive option for me. With the total disc replacement, it’s like I’ve never had a neck problem!"
Age: 53
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Fitness Training, including CrossFit
Read MoreEliott J.
"This surgery changed my life. I’m able to do anything that I want and don’t feel like my body is failing me!"
Age: 63
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Traveling, Spending Time with his Family, Exercising, Handiwork Around the House
Read MoreCheri P.
"A year after my surgery, I was back to doing everything I loved!"
Age: 39
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Soccer, Skydiving, Hang Gliding
Read MoreMichelle M.
"I am back to being myself after surgery. Back to being active… back to cooking… back to taking family trips… back to me."
Age: 45
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Nursing, Cycling, Yoga, and a Mom of 5
Read MoreJeremy S.
"My back feels unbelievably better. I never thought it would be this way again!"
Age: 38
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Golf, Fishing, Gardening, Working Around the House
Read MoreGara L.
"Looking back, if I didn't choose to get total disc replacement surgery with prodisc L, I wouldn't be who I am right now."
Age: 39
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Working Out, Traveling, and Parenting Two Active Children
Read MoreLisa R.
"I want to advocate because it doesn’t make sense for people to live in pain if you don’t have to. There is only so much that shots and conservative treatments can do."
Age: 52
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Yoga, Marathon Running, Traveling
Read MoreKristin D.
"Every year, on the anniversary of my surgery, I celebrate by doing something that I could never do if it weren’t for my new disc!"
Age: 49
Procedure Type: Lumbar Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Competitive Tennis, Running, Triathlons, Hiking in the Mountains
Read MoreDeanna D.
"This surgery is not well known, and people are skeptical of spine surgery in general. I want to help raise awareness of prodisc® C because it has changed my life!"
Age: 39
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Running, Hiking, Traveling, Spending Time Outdoors
Read MoreAnnette M.
"I don’t take anything for granted anymore. I can’t talk more highly about putting something like this in your body."
Age: 50
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Spending Time with Family
Read MoreD.A. Points
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"It was a very easy surgery that allowed me to get healthy quickly and return to the game I love. I absolutely would not hesitate to make that same decision again."
Age: 44
Procedure Type: Cervical Total Disc Replacement with prodisc
Interests: Professional Golf and Athletics
Read MoreThese individuals can inspire your journey to healing and life after disc replacement surgery—and the hope of freedom from spine-induced pain and discomfort.
With the total disc replacement, it’s like I’ve never had a neck problem!
Andrea L.
I feel like my activity level is now a 10 out of 10! My recovery after prodisc was amazing.
Brian
Being a patient myself, I understand... the journey. [prodisc] allows my patients to return to their lives.
Dr. Masson
I probably feel better today than when I was 30 years old!
Rory
prodisc [gives] my patients the option to thrive and maintain the highest quality active lifestyle.
Dr. Lanman
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