Column Treatment Progress Report No.118: a Patient Whose Walking Gradually Improved After the Treatment
June 21, 2024
The Patient
A female patient in her 30s.
Treated in July 2023, about one year has passed since the treatment.
Symptoms and Treatment
This patient had spinal canal stenosis in the area indicated by the red frame (L4/5).
Prior medical history and treatments
This patient had spinal canal stenosis in the area indicated by the red frame (L4/5).
Prior medical history and treatments
The patient had been suffering from repeated bouts of strained back for 10 years and experiencing pain in her lower limbs.
Recently, she had become bedridden as she was unable to walk.
When she overdid it, the pain would become more intense.
She visited our hospital for treatment with the aim of improving her symptoms.
Post-treatment progress
This is a chart where the patient evaluates the pain in each body site on a scale of 0 to 10.
No pain at all is indicated as 0, and the maximum possible pain as 10.
| Lower back | Lower limbs | Numbness | Buttocks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before treatment | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| One week after treatment | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| One month after treatment | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 3 months after treatment | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 6 months after treatment | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
The following is feedback from the patient when contacted for the follow-up.
After 1 week, the pain still remained, and she was unable to walk for more than 15 minutes.
After 1 month, she was able to walk about 7000 to 8000 steps, but she felt a little tired after.
After 3 months, she had been working on rehabilitation that she could do at home. The pain has now decreased, and she is now glad that she underwent that treatment.
After 6 months, she had started running and was doing well. She only felt a little pain in her lower back and legs when she sat for a long time.
It is thought that the symptoms of this patient were caused by spinal canal stenosis.
The narrowing of the spinal canal was causing walking difficulties, etc., but we are glad that she has been able to walk more gradually since the treatment.
We wish her to continue to lead a normal life without overdoing it.
* It takes about 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
