THE MILL PROCEDURE IN MARGATE, A SOLUTION FOR LSS
THE MILD® PROCEDURE IN MARGATE, A SOLUTION FOR LSS
If you are among the millions of individuals who suffer from Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS), the mild® procedure in Margate may be the right treatment option for you. Mobility can be restored and pain can be significantly relieved with this long-lasting solution. It is necessary to go to a doctor qualified to perform this new treatment that is cleared by the FDA. Edwin W. Maldonado, MD, is a pain specialist who performs a variety of treatments for LSS, and the mild® procedure is among them.
WHAT CAUSES LUMBAR SPINAL STENOSIS (LSS)?
Lumbar spinal stenosis is a disorder resulting from a narrowing of the spinal canal that is usually caused by growth of the bone, tissue, or both, in openings in the spinal bones. The nerves branching out from the spinal cord are irritated and compressed by the narrowing of the space. The following are common causes of LSS that happen to individuals as they age:
Ligaments, which are connective tissues, get thicker.
Arthritis causes growth of bone spurs, which push on nerves in the spinal cord.
Discs between the bones are pushed backward into the spinal canal, which is also referred to as bulging discs.
LSS can also be caused by an injury sustained in a fall or a car crash. Strain in the neck or back resulting from musculature imbalances, heavy lifting, poor posture, and repetitive physical activity are also potential causes of the disorder.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF LSS?
Most people with LSS experience pain, tingling, and numbness in the buttocks, legs, and feet. Walking, standing up straight, and leaning backwards all make the symptoms worse. Some relief is found by leaning forward or sitting down. Pain in the lower back as well as thigh and leg stiffness are also symptoms of LSS. Loss of bowel and bladder control can occur in severe cases.
WHAT IS THE MILD® PROCEDURE MARGATE SOLUTION LSS?
If your doctor determines that you have LSS, he or she may recommend the mild® procedure in Margate as the best treatment option. It is most effective when thickening of the ligaments is the cause of the condition. The procedure lasts about an hour, and the following is information about what can be expected:
- The physician will make a small incision about the size of a baby aspirin, though the patient will first have a local anesthetic and light sedative. General anesthesia is not needed.
- Using an imaging machine as a guide, the doctor uses specialized tools to remove excess ligament and tiny pieces of bone. The result is more space in the spinal canal and less pressure on the nerves.
- After the procedure, a bandage is placed on the incision; no stitches are needed.
- It is typical for patients to return home the day of the procedure and to return to work within a few days. Light tasks can be resumed shortly after the mild® procedure has been completed.
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SUCCESS OF THE MILD® PROCEDURE
Many patients who have received the mild® procedure report feeling as though youth has been restored. About 79% of all patients who have had the procedure had a good outcome. Mobility is greatly increased. For instance, research shows that patients able to walk only about 250 feet can increase their distance to approximately 3,960 feet, after the procedure. The reduction of pain is also significant.
CONTACT CERTIFIED SPINE & PAIN CARE FOR LSS TREATMENT
The mild® procedure in Margate offers numerous treatment benefits for many patients suffering from LSS. Edwin Maldonado, MD, specializes in identifying the causes of chronic pain and administering effective, pain-relieving treatments. Make an appointment today with Dr. Maldonado by calling Certified Spine & Pain Care at (561) 342-8443