Column Treatment Progress Report No.143: a Patient Whose Lower Back Pain Improved Over Time
November 27, 2024
The patient
A male patient in his 70s
Treated in December 2023. Approximately 11 months have passed since treatment.
Symptoms and treatments
This patient has disc herniation at the site indicated by the red frame (L1/2).
Pre-treatment medical history and treatments
From his 30s onwards, the patient began to suffer frequent bouts of strained back.
In November 2023, he felt pain in his left lower back when he stood up.
As the pain persisted, he decided to visit our clinic.
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 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 week after treatment | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 month after treatment | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 months after treatment | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 months after treatment | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The following is feedback from the patient when contacted for follow-up.
After one week, there was no significant change. The pain became stronger when the patient was in a crouched position.
After 1 month, the pain had eased a little. There was still a heavy, dull feeling in the lower back when standing up.
After 3 months, the pain has disappeared, but he now had a strange sensation. Sitting for long periods of time caused pain in the lower back.
After 6 months, the lower back pain has disappeared completely. Even if he sits for long periods of time, his lower back no longer hurts. He once carried a heavy load and his lower back hurt a little, but the next day the pain was gone.
In this case, the cause was most likely due to the cracked and the disc herniation.
The discs gradually improved without increased pain, and the ideal treatment effect was achieved.
* 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
