We are aware of the stress that the prospect of a "back injection" can cause. That is why we not only provide a low-stress environment in terms of space and technology. The procedure, opportunities and risks of the treatment are explained to you during the consultation with your doctor. You already have the opportunity to ask your questions here, true to the motto: "There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers".
The body heals itself. If you let him.
We know about our body's self-healing powers. Good medicine means utilising and strengthening them. In many cases, acute back pain is caused by a pulled muscle or a small tear in the fibrous ring of an intervertebral disc. The pain is then an expression of the functional disorder on the one hand and the body's often inflammatory repair and healing processes on the other.
Our therapeutic approach is therefore based on sufficient pain reduction in the early phase. Therapeutic infiltrations ensure maximum pain reduction during this time and contribute directly to recovery thanks to their anti-inflammatory effect. For this purpose, very small amounts of pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory medication are placed directly on the spine under X-ray control.
In addition, we rely on measures that address functional disorders such as restricted movement or relieving posture as soon as possible. Even in the case of complex clinical pictures such as osteoporosis-related vertebral body fractures or Herniated discs supports this concept.
Procedure for blockages and infiltrations
In order to achieve the highest possible accuracy, we carry out the majority of our infiltrations under the "image converter". This X-ray device, also known as a C-arm, is one of our navigation systems. Minimal radiation exposure is offset by accuracy in the millimetre range.
After determining the target points with the C-arm and disinfection, the infiltration is also carried out under X-ray control. If performed correctly and the patient is relaxed, infiltrations close to the spine are painless and well tolerated. Immediately preceding local anaesthesia is also possible for selected symptoms.
The infiltration is followed by a short monitoring phase in our relaxation room. A neurological examination concludes the session. Our infiltration series (2 - 3 individual infiltrations) usually end two weeks later with a final consultation. This is where the success of the therapy is assessed and the next steps are determined together.
We don't just use syringes
Even if our infiltrations repeatedly lead to pain relief, "injection therapy" alone is not sufficient for longer-lasting pain. Identifying the underlying causes of pain is essential for long-term pain relief.
On the basis of the Munich Back Pain Model we therefore scrutinise the background of the Development of pain. Stress-related back pain cannot - obviously - be cured by injections. Only recognising and reducing the stress factors that increase pain can bring relief. For us, "injections" and "talking medicine" go hand in hand.
Special infiltration techniques
Certain diseases require special procedures. Depending on the individual pain pattern, we use different infiltration techniques to achieve the greatest possible effectiveness.
There are two small vertebral joints in each movement segment at the back of the spine. They are also known as facet joints and enable flexion and extension movements in the lumbar spine.
On the one hand, acute blockages of these joints correspond to typical lumbago. On the other hand, chronic wear and tear of these joints - also known as facet joint arthrosis - can lead to recurring, deep-seated back pain. This pain often occurs immediately after standing up and intensifies when bending forwards.
Targeted facet blocks are first used to identify the segment of the spine responsible for the pain. In older people in particular, X-rays often show signs of wear and tear at several levels. Similar changes can also be observed in the cervical spine.
The subsequent facet infiltrations have a therapeutic objective. The aim here is to end the inflammatory irritation. A series of 3 infiltrations is usually sufficient to achieve a reduction in pain lasting several months.
In periradicular therapy, the target structure is always a nerve root in the immediate vicinity of its exit point from the spinal canal. PRT can therefore be used to successfully treat pain originating in the area of the nerve root. Typically, such nerve pain is an expression of mechanical or inflammatory irritation of the nerve root. The best-known example is probably "sciatica" pain as a result of a herniated disc in the lumbar spine.
The expected pain relief in this case does not affect the back pain, but the leg or arm pain transmitted by the nerve to its target area. Here too, a series of 3 PRTs can provide several months of relief in the majority of patients.
Infiltrations and blockages: Pain relief through injections
When used correctly, syringes are better than their reputation. With their high level of accuracy, drug doses can be reduced and side effects avoided.
We are aware of the stress that the prospect of a "back injection" can cause. That is why we not only provide a low-stress environment in terms of space and technology. The procedure, opportunities and risks of the treatment are explained to you during the consultation with your doctor. You already have the opportunity to ask your questions here, true to the motto: "There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers".
The body heals itself. If you let it.
We know about our body's self-healing powers. Good medicine means utilising and strengthening them. In many cases, acute back pain is caused by a pulled muscle or a small tear in the fibrous ring of an intervertebral disc. The pain is then an expression of the functional disorder on the one hand and the body's repair and healing processes, which are often inflammatory, on the other.
Our therapeutic approach is therefore based on sufficient pain reduction in the early phase. Therapeutic infiltrations ensure maximum pain reduction during this time and contribute directly to recovery thanks to their anti-inflammatory effect. For this purpose, very small amounts of pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory medication are placed directly on the spine under X-ray control.
In addition, we rely on measures that address functional disorders such as restricted movement or relieving posture as soon as possible. Even in the case of complex clinical pictures such as osteoporosis-related vertebral body fractures or Herniated discs supports this concept
In order to achieve the highest possible accuracy, we carry out the majority of our infiltrations under the "image converter". This X-ray device, also known as a C-arm, is one of our navigation systems. Minimal radiation exposure is offset by accuracy in the millimetre range.
After determining the target points with the C-arm and disinfection, the infiltration is also carried out under X-ray control. If performed correctly and the patient is relaxed, infiltrations close to the spine are painless and well tolerated. Immediately preceding local anaesthesia is also possible for selected symptoms.
The infiltration is followed by a short monitoring phase in our relaxation room. A neurological examination concludes the session. Our infiltration series (2 - 3 individual infiltrations) usually end two weeks later with a final consultation. This is where the success of the therapy is assessed and the next steps are determined together.
Even if our infiltrations repeatedly lead to pain relief, "injection therapy" alone is not sufficient for longer-lasting pain. Identifying the underlying causes of pain is essential for long-term pain relief.
On the basis of the Munich Back Pain Model we therefore scrutinise the background of the Development of pain. Stress-related back pain cannot - obviously - be cured by injections. Only recognising and reducing the stress factors that increase pain can bring relief. For us, "injections" and "talking medicine" go hand in hand.
Special infiltration techniques
Certain diseases require special procedures. Depending on the individual pain pattern, we use different infiltration techniques to achieve the greatest possible effectiveness.
There are two small vertebral joints in each movement segment at the back of the spine. They are also known as facet joints and enable flexion and extension movements in the lumbar spine.
On the one hand, acute blockages of these joints correspond to typical lumbago. On the other hand, chronic wear and tear of these joints - also known as facet joint arthrosis - can lead to recurring, deep-seated back pain. This pain often occurs immediately after standing up and intensifies when bending forwards.
Targeted facet blocks are first used to identify the segment of the spine responsible for the pain. In older people in particular, X-rays often show signs of wear and tear at several levels. Similar changes can also be observed in the cervical spine.
The subsequent facet infiltrations have a therapeutic objective. The aim here is to end the inflammatory irritation. A series of 3 infiltrations is usually sufficient to achieve a reduction in pain lasting several months.
In periradicular therapy, the target structure is always a nerve root in the immediate vicinity of its exit point from the spinal canal. PRT can therefore be used to successfully treat pain originating in the area of the nerve root. Typically, such nerve pain is an expression of mechanical or inflammatory irritation of the nerve root. The best-known example is probably "sciatica" pain as a result of a herniated disc in the lumbar spine.
The expected pain relief in this case does not affect the back pain, but the leg or arm pain transmitted by the nerve to its target area. Here too, a series of 3 PRTs can provide several months of relief in the majority of patients.
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