Column Treatment Case Report No.94｜ILC International Lumbago Clinic (Osaka Clinic)
December 28, 2024
The patient
A female patient in her 50s.
The patient’s medical history to date
The patient developed a dull pain in her lower back about two years ago. She was diagnosed as having bone deformity by her local doctor.
She suffered from strained backs 4 or 5 times in the past.
In consideration of her future, she came to our clinic for treatment.
Symptoms before treatment
Numbness in the left sole and heaviness in her lower back.
・Pain levels before treatment
| Lower back | Lower limbs | Numbness | Buttocks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pain level | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
No pain at all is rated as 0, and the maximum possible pain is rated as 10.
Main areas of pain and numbness: lower back, lower limbs.
Bending forward: possible
Bending backward: possible
Point of tenderness: L4/5 on the left side
Lasegue test: negative
Coughing and sneezing: no aggravation
Intermittent claudication: none
Additional explanations on our clinic’s medical examination
・Daily activities
In the past, she used to drive a lot and work with heavy objects for her job.
Turning over in bed is easy, but getting up and sitting for a long time is somewhat difficult.
Imaging and findings
- L5/s – Disc herniation
The above findings were also observed on the imaging.
・The main symptoms are very probably caused by a herniated disc in the midline of L5/s.
Treatment
After consulting with the patient, the Cellgel Method was performed on L5/s.
The treatment was performed by Dr. Kotera.
The treatment took about 20 minutes.
After resting in the recovery room, the patient was able to walk home by herself.
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
