Dr. Daniel Choi recently performed a lumbar total disc replacement at St. Francis Hospital, reflecting an important professional milestone and the continued expansion of advanced spine surgery options on Long Island. Dr. Choi is one of few spine surgeons on Long Island offering lumbar disc replacement, a highly specialized procedure designed to preserve motion in the lower spine.
What Is Lumbar Disc Replacement?
Lumbar disc replacement surgery is an advanced treatment for degenerative disc disease that relieves chronic lower back pain while maintaining natural spinal movement. Unlike spinal fusion, which permanently restricts motion at the treated level, lumbar disc replacement is intended to preserve mobility and support long-term function.
The procedure uses the prodisc® L Total Disc Replacement system from Centinel Spine, one of the most studied lumbar disc replacement technologies in the world. Backed by decades of clinical research, the prodisc® L system is designed to restore disc height, maintain motion, and accommodate a patient’s individual lumbar anatomy.
Increased Awareness of Lumbar Disc Replacement
Public awareness of lumbar disc replacement surgery has grown following Tiger Woods’ recent lumbar disc replacement, drawing attention to this motion-preserving alternative for select patients with chronic disc-related back pain.
Advanced Spine Care on Long Island
Dr. Choi’s work reflects a commitment to providing evidence-based spine care and expanding access to innovative spine surgery techniques for patients on Long Island. As part of Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island, this commitment extends beyond the operating room, with care delivered through offices in Garden City, Ronkonkoma, Huntington, and Queens, helping patients access specialized spine evaluation and advanced treatment options closer to where they live and work.
By offering lumbar disc replacement, Dr. Choi supports patients in exploring advanced treatment options focused on pain relief, mobility, and long-term spinal health.
