From Excruciating Pain from Spinal Stenosis Back to Normal

Joe was in his mid-70s when he came to us. He had spinal stenosis caused by a bulging disc, which was producing excruciating lower back and leg pain. The pain was so severe he couldn't stand long enough to brush his teeth.

He had already seen chiropractors, osteopaths, and physiotherapists elsewhere without success. He was just 3 to 4 days away from a back operation when he found IDD Therapy online and contacted Spine Plus.

Finding IDD Therapy Before Surgery

Having researched his options thoroughly, Joe decided to try IDD Therapy before going ahead with surgery. This was a significant decision, given how close he was to the operating table, but it turned out to be the right one.

After a course of treatment at Spine Plus, Joe was successfully treated with IDD Therapy and avoided surgery altogether.

Spinal Stenosis and IDD Therapy

Spinal stenosis with a contributing disc bulge is one of the more challenging presentations. The disc is reducing the already limited space in the spinal canal, compressing nerve roots and causing the severe symptoms Joe experienced. IDD Therapy works by gently decompressing the specific disc level involved, reducing pressure on the nerves and creating space for healing.

Not all stenosis cases are suitable for IDD Therapy. Assessment of the MRI findings and the degree of stenosis is essential before beginning treatment. Where IDD is appropriate, it can provide significant relief and, in cases like Joe's, avoid the need for surgery entirely.

TECAR Therapy for Stenosis

For cases where the stenosis is primarily ligamentous or structural rather than disc-related, TECAR therapy offers another non-surgical option. Its deep-penetrating radio-frequency energy can reach the spinal canal itself, reducing inflammation and neural irritation in a way that other electrotherapies cannot.

If you've been told surgery is your only option, it may be worth seeking a second opinion. Call us on 020 8506 1000 to discuss your MRI findings and whether a non-surgical approach is possible.