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Patient Success Stories

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Minimally Invasive Oblique Lateral Interbody Fusion (OLIF)

New minimally invasive spine procedure helps Tom return to work and a more active lifestyle

“I was alarmed to have leg weakness so back I couldn't hop up into my truck,” Tom explained. He visited Dr. Edward Perry at SpineNevada in order to find lasting relief from his spine condition. He was able to return to work as a football coach within 2 months of his spine surgery. Tom looks forward to gradually returning to golf this spring, and water skiing during the summer — both not possible last year.

Read about Tom's successful recovery from flatback syndrome and degenerative disc disease.

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Minimally Invasive Bilateral Laminotomies Via a One Sided Approach

Back to water skiing and triathlon after minimally invasive spine surgery at SpineNevada

“I feel great now — no more pain — wish I’d had the minimally invasive surgery at SpineNevada earlier,” Greg exclaims. “I struggled off and on with the sciatica pain for nearly two years.”

Read about Greg's successful recovery from a herniated disc and spinal stenosis.

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Minimally Invasive Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF®)

Minimally invasive surgery helps rancher return to activity with a straight spine — And without pain

“I’m relieved to be pain free and wish I had known this was an option years ago,” Paul remarks.

Read about Paul's successful recovery from a severe spinal curve.

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Mini-Open Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Dr. Lynch helps Ben stay active in the Marines not once, but twice

Read Ben's story and learn how Dr. Lynch helped Ben stay active in the Marines.

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Mini-TLIF Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Retired Navy, Current Civilian Contractor Back to Target Practice After Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Read of Joy's successful return to activity with minimally invasive spine surgery.

Anterior Cervical Discectomy with Fusion

After successful spine surgery, Kenneth prepares for more adventures

Read Kenneth's story, he was referred to Dr. James Lynch at SpineNevada by his family practitioner.

Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Hiking & skiing with no pain after minimally invasive surgery

Dr. Lynch helps Linda return to activity with a minimally invasive spine surgery.

Mini-Open ALIF Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion

Back in Action after ALIF surgery performed by Dr. Lynch at Spine Nevada in Reno

“I was anxious about spine surgery, but Dr. Lynch provided the confidence and reassurance that made surgery an easy decision for me,” Darrin reflects.

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Lumbar Laminectomies

Uplifting Comeback: after successful lumbar surgery with fusion, competitive weightlifter qualifies for World Championship Event

“Since the surgery I have had no pain, I feel like Dr. Lynch gave me my life back,” says Gary. He was referred to Dr. Lynch, a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon, by his primary care physician.

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