Column Treatment Case Report No. 34｜ ILC International Lumbago Clinic (Tokyo Clinic)

December 23, 2022

The patient

A female patient in her 30s.

The patient’s medical history to date

• The patient was diagnosed with disc herniation 10 years ago and treated it conservatively.

• Her low back pain worsened starting in September 2022.

• Pain Levels (0=Min, 10=Max):

• Low Back Pain: 8–10
• Lower Limb Pain: 6–7
• Buttock pain/Numbness: None
• Turning in bed and face-washing motions are easy, however:
• Standing up / Half-bending posture / Prolonged sitting / Lifting heavy objects are extremely difficult.

Imaging and findings

• Disc herniation was observed at L2/3 and L5/S.

Treatment

After consulting with the patient, the Cellgel Method was performed on L2/3 and 5/s.

This is an image of the Discogel inserted into the intervertebral disc.

The treatment took about 30 minutes.

After resting in the recovery room, the patient was able to walk home unaided.

Our clinic’s treatment method

Additional information about the Cellgel method we have introduced in this column.

Cost of the Cellgel method: 1,320,000 yen per area (including tax) to 1,760,000 yen per 5 areas (including tax)

Risks and side effects of the Cellgel method: Transient pain may occur after treatment. Nerve damage is not a zero possibility due to the very nature of the treatment, but there have been no reports of damage so far in either report cases or publications. There is a very small possibility of allergic reactions to local anesthetics. Symptoms may temporarily worsen during the first week or two after treatment. This is believed to be due to the decompression effect of the implant, which retracts the surrounding tissues. In addition, if the disc is almost completely collapsed, treatment may be difficult. The doctor hold a consultation with you during your visit to the clinic to determine the best treatment option for your condition.

For more detailed information, please refer to the following links:

Blog page explaining the Cellgel Method in an easy-to-understand manner
The Cellgel Method on our treatment methods page

This article was written by the Administrative Director of our clinic