72Halo Orthosis Application Kenneth C. Moghadam and R. John Hurlbert Description Proper halo application creates long-term immobilization of the cervical spine while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Key Principles Proper…
27Supralaminar, Infralaminar Transverse Process Hook Placement Steven C. Ludwig Description The safe placement of hooks within the thoracic spine allows for surgical correction and stabilization of a variety of spinal…
53Rib Expansion Technique for Congenital Scoliosis Robert M. Campbell, Jr. Description To lengthen the concave constricted hemithorax through VEPTR expansion thoracoplasty with correction of congenital scoliosis to maximize the potential…
49Anterior and Anterolateral Lumbar Fixation Plating Thomas N. Scioscia and Jeffrey C. Wang Description Recent advances in plating systems have made anterior fixation possible after anterior lumbar interbody placement. Following…
38Transforaminal and Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Todd J. Albert and Peter M. Fleischut Description The goal of transforaminal lumbar interfusion (TLIF) is to safely access the interbody area without significant…
23Anterior Cervical Plating: Static and Dynamic Wade K. Jensen and Paul A. Anderson Description Anterior cervical plating provides stabilization of the cervical spine after arthrodesis. Theoretical advantages of plate fixation…
8Posterior C1, C2 Fixation Options Norman B. Chutkan Description Review of fixation options for C1-C2 posterior fusion including posterior wiring, transarticular screws, lateral mass screws, and translaminar screws. The relevant…
73Closed Cervical Traction Reduction Techniques Gianluca Vadalà, Alexander R. Vaccaro, and Joon Yung Lee Description The graduated weighted reduction technique is commonly used for both traumatic and nontraumatic fractures and…
32Anterior Thoracic Arthrodesis Following Corpectomy (Expandable Cage, Metallic Mesh Cages) D. Greg Anderson and Chadi Tannoury Description Various spine pathologies, such as fractures, destructive infections, and tumors, affect the vertebral…
43Sacral Screw Fixation Techniques Daniel E. Gelb Description Mechanical stabilization of the distal lumbar spine to the pelvis (lumbosacral joint) may be achieved with the use of screws inserted into…
