Additionally, the doctors have noted immediate changes in the discs that indicate early healing. Since IDET was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in March 1998, more than 10,000 patients nationally have had the procedure. Advantages over traditional therapies include increased effectiveness, significantly reduced cost and no need for hospitalization. There have also been no significant adverse events reported since the procedure was approved. IDET is not promoted as an option for everyone.
Older patients are less likely to benefit, as their ability to heal the disc is limited.
For patients with severe spinal injuries, or severe degeneration, surgical fusion may be the better option. IDET is most appropriate for patients who have tried other conservative therapies such as physical therapy, psychological therapy and medications, but still have significant chronic pain due to injured or degenerated intervertebral discs. May. The center offers patients the appropriate psychological evaluation, as well as the physical therapy that is crucial to the optimization of recovery. Dr. Sibell is available to demonstrate how the IDET equipment is used, show X-rays of patients and answer any questions about the procedure. To make arrangements to cover this story, please call Martin Munguia at 494-8231.