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What Is Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)? | Ask Cleveland Clinic's Expert
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Pain, injury and rehabClinical medicineSurgery and proceduresBack and neck painPhysical therapy and rehab
An overview of transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion surgery, including the conditions it treats, the procedure itself, and the recovery process.
For more information about TLIF, please visit cle.clinic/3KKY3HI Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion, or TLIF, is a surgery that treats lower back pain. It can help relieve chronic lower back pain that happens when intervertebral disks put pressure on your spinal nerves, like from spinal degeneration. Chapters: What Is TLIF? What conditions does TLIF treat? What happens during TLIF surgery? What is the recovery process like after a TLIF? What potential risks or complications are associated with a TLIF? What are the possible benefits of a TLIF? Resources: Dr. Macki - cle.clinic/4nAbBEy TLIF Surgery: What It Is, Purpose, Procedure & Recovery - cle.clinic/3KKY3HI The information in this video was accurate as of 12.5.2025 and is for information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority or your healthcare practitioner for advice. Like this video? Hit like and subscribe for more! #clevelandclinic #asktheexpert #backsurgery #spinesurgeryWhy it's here
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