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The DISCSEEL® Procedure – How DISCSEEL Procedure Treats Low Back (Lumbar) Pain
The DISCSEEL Procedure is a minimally invasive treatment designed to address the underlying causes of back pain by repairing damaged spinal discs. Back pain often results from issues like annular tears, herniated discs, or degenerative disc disease, all of which can lead to chronic discomfort and reduced mobility. By injecting a fibrin-based sealant into the affected discs, the DISCSEEL Procedure works to close tears in the outer layer of the disc, promoting natural healing and regeneration of the disc tissue. This approach not only reduces pain by preventing further disc damage and nerve irritation but also helps preserve the spine’s natural function, offering long-term relief without the need for more invasive surgeries like spinal fusion.
The DISCSEEL Procedure uses Fibrin, an FDA-approved substance that is used off-label in this procedure, to seal torn tissues in the disc. Fibrin is injected into disc tears, typically taking less than an hour. You’ll be walking the same day. The disc continues healing over 3-12 months as you increase your activity.
The DISCSEEL Procedure treats lower back pain by addressing the underlying cause, damaged or degenerated spinal discs, which are often responsible for chronic discomfort in the lower back. This minimally invasive procedure uses Fibrin to repair discs. These tears can occur due to aging, injury, or degenerative disc disease, allowing the soft inner material (nucleus pulposus) to escape and irritate surrounding nerves, causing pain.
During the DISCSEEL Procedure, a specialist injects the fibrin sealant directly into the affected discs, closing the annular tears and promoting the regeneration of disc tissue. By sealing the tears, the procedure prevents further leakage of disc material and reduces inflammation around the nerves, providing relief from lower back pain. Over time, the discs may heal and regain their function, offering a long-term solution for pain and improving overall mobility without the need for invasive surgeries.
Back pain is one of the most common health complaints, affecting millions of people worldwide. It can range from mild discomfort to debilitating pain that interferes with daily life. While back pain can stem from a variety of causes such as muscle strain, poor posture, injury, and genetic, disc-related issues. Conditions like degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, and annular tears are often at the root of chronic back pain. As discs deteriorate or become damaged, they can irritate nearby nerves or reduce the spine’s ability to absorb shock, leading to ongoing pain and stiffness.
When disc issues like these are the source of back pain, traditional treatments such as physical therapy or pain management may offer temporary relief but often fail to address the root cause. By repairing the damaged discs and sealing annular tears, the DISCSEEL Procedure targets the structural issues responsible for back pain, offering a more effective, long-term solution to those suffering from chronic disc-related
Surgery often involves removing parts of the disc or permanently fusing vertebrae, which can limit mobility and lead to long-term complications like adjacent segment disease, where stress is transferred to other parts of the spine. Recovery from surgery is also lengthy, with higher risks of infection and the possibility that it won’t fully resolve the pain.
The DISCSEEL Procedure is a minimally invasive procedure that works to repair and regenerate damaged discs rather than removing or altering them. By sealing tears with a Fibrin-based biologic material, this procedure addresses the root cause of pain without the need for large incisions or permanent alterations to the spine. Recovery is quicker because the disc’s natural structure is preserved.
