I was recommended the DIAM device for DDD, but it is not an approved device in Australia (where I live) which made it expensive. I read a lot about it and everything seemed positive, the biggest issue seemed a limited history for it's use in this (standalone) way. The risks seem much lower than ADR with the god given disc not having to be removed - thus less invasive surgery and other options preserved. There a few articles one by Josip Buric which provided a 24 mth follow up - all good. Ultimately, I pursed ADR (ProDiscL), but would not have done so if the DIAM device was covered. I will be very interested to read about your progress - which I expect will be quick.
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