Column Treatment Progress Report No.145: a Patient in Their 40s Who Showed Improvement Very Soon After the Treatment
December 6, 2024
The patient
A male patient in his 40s
Treated in November 2023. Approximately 12 months have passed since treatment.
Symptoms and treatments
This patient had disc herniation at the sites indicated by the red frame (L1/2, 2/3).
Pre-treatment medical history and treatments
The patient first developed a strained back around 2014. After that, he occasionally had the same problem.
He visited a local orthopedic clinic, had an MRI scan, and was diagnosed with disc herniation. He was given medication and monitored.
As the pain failed to improve, 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 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 week after treatment | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 month after treatment | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 months after treatment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 months after treatment | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The following is feedback from the patient when contacted for follow-up.
After 1 week, the patient felt fine but still felt a heavy sensation in the back.
After 1 month, the patient felt pain at times when his workload increased. Stretching helped relieve the symptoms.
After 3 months, the patient felt pain and discomfort when he was busy at work
After 6 months, the patient felt no more pain or numbness either at work or in his daily life.
In this case, it is thought that the symptoms were caused by disc herniation.
The patient works in the delivery industry, and when he is busy, he has to walk for long distances.
Before treatment, his work was affected to such an extent that he was unable to work, but after 6 months, his symptoms had disappeared, both in his daily life and at work.
The patient was very satisfied with the treatment, and this case has made us even more determined to continue our efforts.
* 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
