Based in BRADENTON, FL, STEVEN SCHAFER is a MD, an Orthopedic Surgeon who treats patients with spine conditions requiring Lumbar Fusion, Microdiscectomy. Patients in the BRADENTON area can contact STEVEN for evaluations and treatment options.
Orthopedic Surgeons undergo rigorous training including 4 years of medical school followed by a 5-year orthopedic surgery residency. Many pursue additional fellowship training in sports medicine or joint replacement. They are experts in spine surgery, joint reconstruction, and treating complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Considering lumbar fusion? Call (941) 792-1404 to book a consultation with STEVEN SCHAFER in BRADENTON, FL.
Lumbar spinal fusion permanently joins two or more vertebrae in the lower back to eliminate painful motion at a damaged segment. The surgeon uses bone graft, screws, and rods to stabilize the spine while the vertebrae fuse into solid bone over 3-6 months. It treats degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, and fractures.
Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive procedure to remove the portion of a herniated disc pressing on a spinal nerve. Through a 1-inch incision, the surgeon uses a microscope to precisely remove the disc fragment causing sciatica (leg pain, numbness, or weakness). One of the most successful spine surgeries with 85-95% relief of leg symptoms.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact STEVEN SCHAFER at (941) 792-1404 for a consultation.
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