Are Screws and Rods in Back Surgery a Safe Option? Spine surgery has improved over the years, providing hope to patients suffering from chronic back problems. One standard method involves the implementation of biocompatible screws and rods to support and align the spinal column. But how safe is this technique? https://www.diigo.com/item/note/ari1n/u1ed?k=ba681af0bc68c42e6660f933f000cf50