Column Treatment Progress Report No.101: a Patient in Their 20s
March 5, 2024
The patient
A male patient in his 20s
Treated in May 2023. Approximately 9 months have passed since treatment.
Symptoms and treatments
This patient had disc degeneration in the areas indicated by the red frames (L5/s).
Pre-treatment medical history and treatments
Around the age of 20, he began to feel pain in his lower back.
In 2021, he visited a local orthopedic clinic and was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease. He was treated with medication, but his condition eventually worsened.
The patient visited our clinic seeking to improve her symptoms.
Post-treatment progress
The table below shows the results of the patient’s own evaluation of the pain in each body site on a scale of 0 to 10.
No pain at all is rated as 0 and 10 as the maximum possible pain.
| Lower back | Lower limbs | Numbness | Buttocks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before treatment | 4 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1 week after treatment | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 3 months after treatment | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 6 months after treatment | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
The following is feedback from the patient when contacted for follow-up.
After 1 week, the patient felt a dull pain for 2 days after the treatment, but no more now. The patient felt a heavy sensation in the lower back.
After 3 months, the patient felt better than before the treatment.
After 6 months, there was a little soreness and stiffness as it got colder. At times, he had no symptoms at all.
In this case, it is thought that the L5/S disc was the cause of the symptoms.
The level of symptoms was reduced by half, and the frequency of the symptoms decreased as well.
We recommended rehabilitation and stretching exercises to help with the remaining symptoms.
We were very happy to hear that the patient was happy that their life had become easier compared to before the treatment.
* It takes approximately 3 weeks to 3 months to see the full effects of the treatment.
* Effects in the treatment may vary according to individual differences. Please be aware that there is a possibility that the exact same effects may not be replicated every time.
Our clinic’s treatment method
Here is some additional information about the Cellgel method that we have presented here.
Cost of the Cellgel method: 1,320,000 yen per site (including tax) to 1,760,000 yen for 5 sites (including tax)
Cost for this patient’s case: Cellgel performed in 2 areas = 1,430,000 yen (including tax)
Risks and side effects of the Cellgel method: Transient pain may occur after treatment. Due to the very nature of the treatment, the possibility of nerve damage is not zero, but so far there have been no reports of damage in either reported cases or publications. There is a very small possibility of allergic reactions to the local anesthetic. 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 pulls in the surrounding tissues. Also, if the disc is almost completely worn out, it may not be possible to treat it. The doctor will consult with you during your visit to determine the best treatment option for your condition.
For more detailed information, please refer to the following links:
Column page explaining the Cellgel method in an easy-to-understand manner
Page of the Cellgel procedure at our clinic
This article was written by the administrative Director of our clinic
