Fixing L5-S1: Why It Matters + One Patient’s Comeback

In this post I discuss a case where I used the anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) procedure to help repair a broken L5 vertebra (due to a pars lysis). Although all your vertebrae are important for your spine, the L5 is particularly important as it supports the weight of your entire torso. When it goes down, life becomes miserable and you can be stuck with severe low back pain, radiating sciatic pain and leg numbness. The ALIF procedure can be transformative to help restore quality of life and function. Please watch the video to learn more.