Column Case Report No. 3｜ ILC International Low Back Pain Clinic (Osaka) Column
April 11, 2024
The patient:
A male patient in his 20s
The patient’s medical history to date
The patient developed back pain while playing badminton in junior high school.
His back suddenly started to hurt a month ago. The pain comes and goes, but is still present.
He found out about our clinic on the internet and decided to come to consult.
Symptoms before treatment
He has difficulties with washing his face, sitting for long periods of time, and lifting heavy objects.
・Pain levels before treatment
| Lower back | Lower limbs | Numbness | Buttocks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pain level | 6 | 5 | 4 | 6 |
No pain at all is rated as 0, and the maximum possible pain is rated as 10.
Main areas of pain: lower back and both lower limbs
Additional explanations on our clinic’s medical examination
・Daily activities
Pain is reduced when walking, but occurs when sitting, and is present in both lower limbs.
The pain comes and goes in cycles.
Images and findings
- L4/5 disc herniation, disc degeneration
The above findings were also observed on the imaging.
・Disc herniation and disc degeneration were observed at L4/5, and there is a high possibility that these are the cause of the main symptoms.
Treatment
After consulting with the patient, the Cellgel method was performed on L4/5 .
The treatment was performed by Dr. Imai.
after the Discogel injection.
The treatment took about 25 minutes.
After resting in the recovery room, the patient was able to walk home by himself.
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
