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Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy

Posted On: 06-24-2015
Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy

What is Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy?

A minimally invasive treatment, intradiscal electrothermal therapy involves the repair of collagen fissures and the deadening of pain receptors in the lumbar vertebral discs. To perform the procedure, a wire is inserted into the disc space and then heated to nearly 200 degrees Fahrenheit in order to thicken collagen and deaden nerve endings.

Also Known As:

  • Spine surgery
  • IDET

Conditions Treated with Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy:

Intradiscal electrothermal therapy can be utilized in cases of herniated discs and a tear in the outer wall of a lumbar disc.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy:

Non-surgical alternatives to intradiscal electrothermal therapy include steroid injections, pain medication and physical therapy. Lumbar discectomy is a surgical alternative to the procedure.

Anesthesia with Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy:

Intradiscal electrothermal therapy is performed with local anesthesia and sedation.

Prognosis after Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy:

The prognosis for a positive end result following intradiscal electrothermal therapy is good, but it may take six to eight weeks to experience pain relief.

Recovery from Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy:

Total recovery from intradiscal electrothermal therapy takes one to two weeks.

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