Column Case Report No. 5｜ ILC International Low Back Pain Clinic (Osaka) Column
April 16, 2024
The patient:
A male patient in his 40s
The patient’s medical history to date
The patient has had back pain for about 10 years now, that he developed when bending over to pick something up.
Symptoms before treatment
Pain in the abdomen after sitting for a long time, followed by back pain.
Pain in the entire hip joint after walking for about 15 minutes.
・Pain levels before treatment
| Lower back | Lower limbs | Numbness | Buttocks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pain level | 8 | 7 | 3 | 7 |
No pain at all is rated as 0, and the maximum possible pain is rated as 10. Main pain area: lower back
Bending backward: Negative
Additional explanations on our clinic’s medical examination
・Daily activities
Standing up, lifting and holding heavy objects is a little difficult.
Images and findings
- The areas circled, L3/4 and L4/5, show signs of degenerative disc disease.
The above findings were also observed on the imaging.
・Degeneration of the intervertebral discs at L3/4 and L4/5 was observed, and this may be the cause of the main symptoms.
・Degeneration of the intervertebral disc at L5/S was also observed, from a preventative perspective.
Treatment
After consulting with the patient, the Cellgel method was performed on L3/4, 4/5,5/s.
The treatment was performed by Dr. Imai.
The treatment took about 35 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
