Column Treatment Progress Report No.140: a Patient who Positively Approached the Treatment and Became Free of Symptoms
November 13, 2024
The patient
A male patient in his 70s
Treatment in November 2023, about 12 months after treatment.
Symptoms and treatments
This patient was observed to have spinal canal stenosis at the site indicated by the red frame (L4/5).
Pre-treatment medical history and treatments
The patient suffered repeated episodes of strained lower back in his youth.
In 2022, he suddenly felt a cold sensation in his right lower limb. He visited a local orthopedic clinic and was given medication and put under observation.
After about a year, since his symptoms had not improved, he found out about our clinic and came to see us for treatment.
Post-treatment progress
The table below shows the results of the patient’s own evaluation of the pain in each body site on a scale of 0 to 10.
No pain at all is rated as 0 and 10 as the maximum possible pain.
| Lower back | Lower limbs | Numbness | Buttocks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before treatment | 5 | 10 | 10 | 8 |
| 1 week after treatment | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 1 month after treatment | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 3 months after treatment | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 months after treatment | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The following is feedback from the patient when contacted for follow-up.
After one week, the patient took a day off and walked a lot over the course of the day, so he felt a little tired afterwards.
After one month, he tried to walk every day. Although his buttocks sometimes hurt a little, he didn’t worry about it because he forgot about the pain soon after.
After three months, the pain had disappeared even when he was active at work in the morning.
After six months, the symptoms had not changed much, although his buttocks hurt a little upon waking up, then it would go away soon after.
In this case, it is thought that the symptoms were caused by spinal canal stenosis.
The patient himself was quite proactive and had a positive outlook on things.
Even if he sometimes still experiences pain, we think that it is wonderful that he is able to live his life to the point where he can forget about it. I hope that he will be able to go about his daily life without overdoing it.
* It takes approximately 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
Page of the Cellgel procedure at our clinic
This article was written by the administrative Director of our clinic
