Dissection: A Spine Blog

X-ray of cervical spine with surgical implants and annotations on cervical lordosis and vertebral alignment.

Dissecting the latest in spine health and life at Dr. Katsuura’s Spine Clinic.

I try to share interesting and educational concepts in spine care and focus on the joy of medicine and surgery.

This blog is 100% human produced.

Illustration of a spinal segmental unit showing two vertebrae, an intervertebral disc, pedicle, lamina, facet joint, and vertebral body, with labeled parts.
The ALIF Procedure, and Why I Love Surgery
Yoshihiro Katsuura Yoshihiro Katsuura

The ALIF Procedure, and Why I Love Surgery

In this video, I break down the Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) procedure—its benefits, potential risks, and what makes it a great (or not-so-great) option for certain patients. I’ll share my thoughts on why I love surgery, the precision it requires, and how ALIF can provide life-changing results when done right.

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Is it Possible to Get a New Neck?
Yoshihiro Katsuura Yoshihiro Katsuura

Is it Possible to Get a New Neck?

Dr. Katsuura, a board certified spine surgeon practicing in Main, Novato, Sonoma, Mendocino and San Francisco also discusses his treatment approach using the artificial disc replacement (ADR/CDR) for cervical disc degeneration and cervical spinal cord compression (cervical myelopathy).

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