At Instituto Clavel, when a patient has symptoms of acute disc herniation and recent onset severe low back pain, we activate our Acute Hernia - Rapid Response protocol. This protocol ensures that the patient can be swiftly evaluated in our Pain Clinic in order to begin the appropriate treatment, so that pain does not become chronic and seriously reduce their quality of life.
This protocol specifically applies to people who have been suffering severe symptoms of a lumbar hernia for no longer than three months. In many cases, the patient has severe back pain, sciatica, or pain radiating to the leg, that significantly limits their mobility, quality of sleep, and general daily activities. When the pain appears suddenly and rapidly becomes worse, it is essential to act quickly in order to improve the prognosis and help the patient recover sooner.
Rapid response protocol in the Pain Clinic
The main objective of our Acute Hernia - Rapid Response protocol is to ensure that patients with severe low back pain receive priority treatment at our Pain Clinic, reducing the usual delays, so that they may be seen by a specialist as soon as possible.
Thanks to this preferential protocol, the patient can receive a thorough clinical evaluation sooner and quickly start the most appropriate treatment for herniated disc suited to their clinical situation and symptoms. Taking action early can be key to reducing inflammation, relieving nerve compression, and preventing chronic pain.
Coordination of this protocol is led by Dr. Vega, anesthesiologist specialized in pain management and interventional spinal procedures. With her experience in treating patients with acute low back pain, neuropathic pain, and disc herniations, she has the expertise to offer a personalized approach adapted to each patient.
Personalized treatment for acute disc herniation
The most appropriate treatment for each patient is determined after a clinical evaluation and analysis of diagnostic tests. Depending on the intensity of the pain, and the progression of the disc herniation, the approach may include treatment with medications, and minimally invasive techniques, such as spinal infiltrations, aimed at reducing inflammation and relieving pain.
These minimally invasive treatments act directly on the affected area, improving symptoms and promoting a faster recovery. The goal is to achieve effective pain relief for the patient, helping them regain mobility, and recover their quality of life as soon as possible.
Rapid response makes a difference
At Instituto Clavel, we are committed to providing the best specialized medical care in a timely way and a caring environment. That’s why we designed the Acute Hernia - Rapid Response protocol to meet the needs of patients suffering recent onset herniated discs, severe low back pain and disabling symptoms.
Because time matters when your pain keeps you from enjoying life.
Are you suffering from a herniated disc with intense pain?
If you have recently developed a herniated disc, acute low back pain, sciatica, or severe back pain that is interfering with your quality of life, at Instituto Clavel, we’re here to help you.
The Acute Hernia – Rapid Response is meant to offer patients with severe pain the chance to get priority care in our Pain Clinic, with swift attention, evaluation, and access to the specialized treatment they need.
Our team, coordinated by Dr. Vega, will make a completely personalized study of your case in order to find the best approach to helping you become free of pain and back to enjoying your life as soon as possible.
Book an appointment at Instituto Clavel with our specialists in treatment of pain and herniated discs!
Dr. Iliana vega
Anesthesiologist and pain management specialist
Categories: Spine treatments, Spine pathologies, Techniques