Is Spinal Fusion the Best Surgical Option for Older Adults?
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests older patients who have complex spinal fusions experience a higher risk of complications and have higher medical expenses than patients who have decompression surgery. If you or a loved one needs spine surgery, read this article. It may prompt you to ask your surgeon more questions as to why the type of procedure he or she recommends is best for you.
