Treatment Method - IDET (Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy) IDET is a non-surgical procedure used to treat mild to moderately severe disc or stenosis conditions where symptoms are severe or have shown limited response to other treatments. It involves applying high-frequency energy to the compressed or adhered nerves around the disc (inter-vertebral disc) under fluoroscopic guidance, followed by the injection of medication to alleviate the symptoms.
The procedure typically takes around 15 minutes, and in the case of IDET, hospitalization for 1 to 3 days may be required, but patients can resume their normal daily activities shortly after the procedure. IDET has a success rate of approximately 80% for non-severe cases, making surgery unnecessary in many cases, particularly for chronic disc conditions.

Indications for the Procedure

- Patients with chronic lower back pain accompanied by neuralgia-like pain
- Patients with sciatica who have not undergone surgery
- Cases where multiple drug therapies have not yielded satisfactory results
- Persistent pain after disc surgery

MBB (Medial Branch Block) - Medial Branch Nerve Block Medial Branch Nerve Block, also known as MBB, is a pain management procedure in which a local anesthetic and anti-inflammatory agent are injected into the small nerve branches called the medial branches of the spinal nerve that innervate the facet joint of the spine.

The facet joints of the spine, located at the back of the vertebrae, connect each vertebra and are susceptible to degenerative changes and overuse, often leading to various diseases. They are a common cause of neck, back pain, and related discomfort.
At our center, the MBB procedure is performed by experienced specialists using advanced image-guided equipment to ensure safety and accuracy.

When to Avoid Procedures

- Patients with blood clotting problems or those taking anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin).
- Individuals with severe allergies to injections
※ If you fall under any of these categories, please inform your attending physician before the procedure.

Post-treatment precautions

- Pain may worsen for 3 to 4 days after the procedure. If pain is severe, please consult your attending physician.
- Regular exercise is essential after the procedure. Be sure to receive exercise instruction and engage in daily physical activity.
- You may take a brief shower 24 hours after the treatment.

FIMS(Fluoroscopy-guided Intramuscular Stimulation) FIMS (Fluoroscopy-guided Intramuscular Stimulation) is a simple procedure that treats conditions without surgery, providing outpatient treatment without the need for hospitalization. Patients can resume their daily activities immediately after the procedure.
Using fluoroscopy guidance, the procedure involves inserting thin acupuncture needles, IMS needles, nerve dissecting wires, or round needles to release muscles and alleviate compressed nerves while injecting medication for treatment.

The treatment is performed with 1 to 2-week intervals, typically requiring 3 outpatient sessions. In some cases, a one-day hospitalization may be necessary.

For patients with mild disc issues or stenosis, the procedure has an 80-90% success rate.

When to Avoid Procedures

- Patients with blood clotting problems or those taking anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin).
- Individuals with severe allergies to injections
※ If you fall under any of these categories, please inform your attending physician before the procedure.

Post-treatment precautions

- Patients may experience increased pain for 1 to 2 weeks after the procedure. If pain is severe, please consult your attending physician.
- Regular exercise is essential after treatment. Be sure to receive exercise education and actively engage in daily exercises.
- You can take a simple shower 24 hours after the treatment, and public baths can be used after 3 to 4 days.

PROLOTHERAPY(a prologue injection) PROLOTHERAPY is a treatment procedure founded in the 1950s by Dr. Hackett in the United States.
It is based on the hypothesis that musculoskeletal pain is caused by degeneration and weakening of ligaments and tendons. The procedure involves injecting substances like dextrose into the affected ligaments and tendons to induce their regeneration and strengthening, providing a fundamental pain relief.

Main indications for Prolotherapy

- Lower back and buttock pain (sacroiliac joint dysfunction, lumbar ligament laxity, etc.)
- Shoulder pain
- Elbow pain (tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, etc.)
- Finger and wrist pain
- Knee pain
- Ankle pain
※ It is applicable to most patients with musculoskeletal pain suspected of ligament and tendon degeneration.

When to avoid the procedure

- Patients with blood clotting issues or taking anticoagulant medication (e.g., warfarin).
- Individuals with severe allergies to injections.
※ Please inform your attending physician if you have any of these conditions before the treatment.

Post-treatment precautions

- Patients may experience increased pain for 3 to 4 days after the procedure. If pain is severe, try taking the prescribed pain and anti-inflammatory medications. If pain persists, consult your attending physician immediately.
- After a proper recovery period, exercise is essential. Be sure to receive exercise education and actively engage in daily exercises.
- You can take a simple shower 24 hours after the treatment.