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Column Treatment Case Report No. 171| ILC International Lumbago Clinic (Osaka Clinic)

September 2, 2025

Patient Profile

Age/Sex: Male, 60s

Medical History

Had a sense of discomfort in the lower back for some time, but symptoms improved with observation.

Diagnosed with spondylolisthesis more than 10 years ago.

One month ago, pain appeared in the right leg. No numbness.

Recently, symptoms have calmed down considerably.

Visited our clinic seeking fundamental improvement.

Symptoms before treatment

Daily Movements

Turning over in bed: easy

Standing up: somewhat difficult

Washing his face (bending forward): easy

Maintaining half-bent or standing posture: somewhat difficult

Sitting for long periods: easy

Lifting/holding heavy objects: easy

・Pain levels before treatment

Lower backLower limbsNumbnessButtocks
Pain level7706

Pain Level (0 = none, 10 = worst possible)

Main symptom area: lower back to right lower limb

Other Findings

Coughing/sneezing: no aggravation

Forward bending: no problem

Backward bending: no problem

Lasègue’s sign: negative

Lumbar point of tenderness: L5/S on the right side

Additional explanations on our clinic’s medical examination

Imaging and findings

  • L4/5, L5/S: Disc degeneration, foraminal stenosis

The above findings were also observed on the imaging.

Findings show that the compression of the spinal canal on discs L4/5 and 5/s is the probable cause of the symptoms.

Treatment

After consultating with the patient, the Cellgel Method was performed on discs L4/5 and L5/S.

The treatment was performed by Dr. Ohara.

Duration of the treatment: approximately 25 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