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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 11, 2025

3 min

Is 80 too old for spine surgery? What Seniors and Families Need to Know

Studies have shown that age is not an absolute barrier to successful spinal intervention, with many octogenarians experiencing profound quality-of-life improvements post-surgery. So, **is 80 too old for spine surgery?** The answer is more nuanced, focusing on individual health rather than a birth date.

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Oct 7, 2025

6 min

At what age do they stop doing back surgery?

While there is no strict age cutoff for spine surgery, research has shown that elective spinal surgery in well-selected patients over 90 can be beneficial and may not reduce life expectancy. This refutes the old misconception that there is a specific age at which they stop doing back surgery, emphasizing that overall health is a far more critical factor than chronological age.

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