A. Your doctor will ask you to restrict your vigorous activity after surgery until healing has taken place. You will be encouraged to stand and walk soon after surgery; however, you should refrain from over-active lifting, bending and twisting until your doctor tells you to resume those activities.
A. Yes. The CHARITÉ® Artificial Disc device utilizes the same materials - cobalt chromium alloy and ultra high molecular weight polyethylene - that have been used for over 30 years in common total joint replacements like artificial hips and knees.
