Success Rates for TLIF Back Treatment. Studies indicate that the patient's pain is improved 60% to 70% after TLIF spinal fusion treatment and approximately 80% of patients undergoing TLIF spinal fusion treatment are satisfied with the result.

Metal plates, screws and rods may be used to hold the vertebrae together, so they can heal into one solid unit. Because spinal fusion procedure immobilizes parts of your spine, it changes the way your spine can move.

Spinal stenosis in the lower back that is the lumbar spine and can cause pain, numbness, or weakness in the back, buttocks, and legs. Back treatment has some risks, including infection, nerve damage, and the chance that the procedure won't relieve your symptoms.