Non-Surgical Treatment of Intervertebral Hernia - Disc-FX

Professor Ruven Gepstein

head of the spinal surgery department

Disc-FX is an excellent and painless alternative to surgery for patients suffering from intervertebral hernia who have not benefited from conservative treatment but are not ready for extensive surgical intervention.

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, after which a small bandage is applied to the patient's back, and they are discharged to go home without experiencing any movement problems or discomfort.

At Top Ichilov, the procedure is performed exclusively by world-class spinal surgeons, each of whom has treated thousands of patients.

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96%

of patients who underwent treatment with Disc-FX were pain-free on the same day

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Diagnosis

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Disc-FX is a highly effective non-surgical intervention for intervertebral disc hernia, allowing for rapid relief of pain without disrupting the anatomical structure of adjacent vertebrae.

During the procedure, Disc-FX involves 3 actions:

• Extraction of the disc
• Reduction of the internal contents of the disc
• Reduction of the outer part of the disc

Who is the Disc-FX procedure suitable for?

Disc-FX is primarily applicable for intervertebral hernia of the lumbar spine, provided that the pulpy contents of the disc have not protruded beyond the fibrous ring.

Patients with this condition experience severe pain in the lower back, which may radiate down the leg. After the procedure, the overwhelming majority of patients experience immediate relief, with pain completely disappearing, allowing them to return to their normal lifestyle.

Disc-FX: The Latest Medical Technologies

During the procedure, the patient lies on their side or stomach. Initially, an anesthetic is administered, and then a thin tube is inserted through a small incision under X-ray guidance, through which all actions will be performed.

In the first stage, using the extensive microsurgical instruments of the Disc-FX system, the protruding pulpy tissue of the disc caused by the hernia is removed, followed by more delicate work.

In the next stage, the latest patented device Trigger-Flex is used to clean the disc and repair the tears in the fibrous ring. The device utilizes radio waves, allowing all actions to be performed with exceptional precision and making the procedure completely safe for the patient.

After the procedure, the patient stays in the clinic for only 1-2 hours before going home. It is recommended to rest and avoid strain for 1-3 days. After a week, the patient should undergo a course of physiotherapy to reinforce the effects of the procedure.

Preliminary Diagnosis

Before the procedure, a series of checks are conducted to accurately localize the hernia and determine whether the procedure will be effective. The most likely examinations include:

• Physical examination
• MRI or discography with steroid injection

Cost of Disc-FX