Seven Years After the Discseel Procedure

Patient Information

Male in his 30s

Illness / Symptoms

• Disc Herniation
• Sciatica

Condition

The Discseel Procedure was performed in August 2018. The patient came for a health check-up before an overseas assignment (for 8 months) for work purposes.

Post-Treatment Condition

The patient works as a field supervisor on a building construction project. About one month after the treatment, the symptoms of sciatic nerve pain disappeared and the patient was able to return to work. Recently, the patient also enjoys playing soccer with his son.

Pain Scale

MRI Scan Results

Left is the scan result before treatment (August 2018), right is today's scan result (December 2024). The disc herniation at L5/S was absorbed. However, there is some disc degeneration at L4/5 that has not been treated.

Examination Results

The intervertebral discs are in a stable condition, but since the patient has tended to be obese for the last seven years, it is recommended to pay attention to his diet. It was also explained that there were no issues for the overseas assignment.

Director's Comments

Today I was surprised to learn that Japanese construction companies are also involved in building construction in Southeast Asia like Thailand. Perhaps this is considered common, but because I am only involved in the medical world, I feel that there are many things I don't know and feel embarrassed about it.

At home, it seems that there are already Christmas decorations. I will be going home soon... See you!