Our German Spine Specialists can remove the damaged parts of the spine and replace them with advanced mobility implants to restore healthy motion. Patients accepted for non-fusion solutions such as Artificial Disc Replacement or Facet Joint Replacement can enjoy an active lifestyle without physical limitation or mobility restriction. This is especially important for younger patients, and those who enjoy sports or outdoor activities.
Artificial Disc replacement (ADR) was pioneered in Germany in the 1980's, and our Senior Neurosurgeons have spent 20 years mastering and perfecting this technique. They are also highly experienced in Total Facet Joint Replacement, and work together on complex cases with the philosophy "A patient's next spine surgery should be their last spine surgery". They assist medical technology companies at the highest level to develop and improve motion-preserving implants.
In some cases a spine fusion may be required for the optimal outcome, however in many cases it can be avoided. Third Generation Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) implants are designed to replicate a natural spine disc, with controlled movement in 6 directions (including vertical compression) for single and multi-level use, and our surgeons are the No.1 provider worldwide (by volume) for some of these new technologies.
In cases where ADR is not suitable, both Facet Joint Replacement systems restore height and healthy movement, showing positive results in long term studies.
Once discharged from their private hospital rooms, international patients learn to move confidently again over 7-10 days at Medicos Aufschalke, Europe's largest rehab centre. Every day they receive:
Intensive and personalised rehabilitation is required to fast-track your ultimate recovery, and patients can stay and relax at the luxurious Marriott Hotel next door.
Fixed price packages in Euros are provided to patients from all countries, including all medical, hospital, luxury accommodation, private transfers, and meals. If extra ICU observation or hospital days are required, you will be covered at no extra cost. Patients must fund their own elective surgery in Germany, and special inclusions for support partners are also provided.
In any case of implant migration requiring revision, our surgical team in Germany will remedy this, at no cost to you. This is valid until 3 months post-op, when we expect osseointegration to occur, and is monitored with follow-up imaging. You must cover your airfares back to Germany, however all medical, accommodation and transfer costs will be covered. We know this sounds too good to be true, however the data shows this occurrence to be so low that this guarantee can be offered.
Having surgery overseas may seem daunting however this is our area of expertise. You can relax as our team organizes your entire journey, as we do with hundreds of travelling patients every year. We will liaise with your personal physician, radiology clinics, physiotherapists, chiropractors, travel agents, hotels, surgeons, and hospitals. We will arrange your initial remote evaluation, connect you with previous patients, organize a surgeon phone call, guide you through the process and support you after your return home.
