They used a surgical technique to damage the spinal cord of rats and induce neuropathic pain.

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So why did I find it inconceivable to pay someone to come into my operating room and coach me on my surgical technique?

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He said he believes as the surgical technique continues to improve, it will allow for earlier surgeries and babies may be born without any visible evidence of previous surgery.

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Now picture a health-care system where a doctor has medical records at his fingertips, can see x-rays with the click of a mouse, is able to learn and apply the latest diagnostic and surgical technique from anywhere in the world.

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The technique involves inserting a titanium surgical implant and six screws into the foot to hold the bone into proper position.

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