Column Treatment Progress Report No.171: A Patient Residing in China
May 23, 2025
The patient
A male patient in his 50s, living in China
Treated in February 2024. More than 12 months have passed since the treatment.
Symptoms and treatments to date
The patient exhibited disc herniation in the area indicated by the red frame (L3/4).
Pre-treatment medical history and treatments to date
The patient had her first episode of strained back 10 years ago. After that, it became a recurring occurrence.
He visited a local orthopedist and was diagnosed with disc herniation. Stretching and rehabilitation were recommended.
Massage therapy helped improve his condition.
He visited our clinic to receive a fundamental 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 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 week after treatment | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 month after treatment | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 months after treatment | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 months after treatment | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
The following is feedback from the patient when contacted for follow-up.
One week after the treatment, his back felt heavy around the 6th day after treatment.
One month after the treatment, the pain had lessened and the range of pain had narrowed. The amount of time the patient could sit was also increased threefold.
3 months after the treatment, although there was a period with almost no symptoms, he felt discomfort in his lower back when he stood up from a chair. When he walked slowly, the discomfort decreased.
6 months after the treatment, the symptoms themselves were getting better. His lower back felt a little heavy the day after playing sports.
This patient’s symptoms are thought to have been caused by disc herniation and disc degeneration.
After treatment, the patient continued to do the stretches recommended by our clinic to make his body stronger and alleviate the symptoms.
We believe that the results of both treatment and rehabilitation have been quite effective.
* 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
