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Sensor Provides Control for Noninvasive Disc Procedure Surgical options to treat Degenerative Disc Disease�the erosion of invertebral discs�are relatively limited. Operations such as spinal fusions can be very painful and require a lengthy recovery period. However, a minimally invasive procedure that employs sensor technology may alleviate pain without the discomfort of major surgery. MTS Systems Corp., Sensors Div. (Cary,
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