3 Reasons to Consider the Mild® Procedure for Back Pain

Chronic low back pain affects up to 36% of US adults, many of them reporting that their pain is severe, or very severe. Persistent back pain can impact just about every aspect of your daily life, from work productivity to family and social life. It can also strain your mental health.

Narrowing of the spinal canal (lumbar spinal stenosis) is a common cause of chronic low back pain. This puts pressure on nerves in the lower back, leading to pain, and abnormal sensations such as numbness and tingling. The mild® Procedure (minimally invasive lumbar decompression) is a groundbreaking solution for patients seeking relief without major surgery. 

At Pain Management Specialists, Dr. Stuart Hough and Dr. Ramani Peruvemba specialize in comprehensive, patient-centered pain care. We believe in using advanced approaches to help patients get the relief they need to feel and function better. If you’re struggling with spinal stenosis-related back pain, here are three reasons the mild® Procedure may be an excellent option for you.

1. It’s minimally invasive 

The mild® Procedure is designed to provide maximum relief with minimal intervention. Unlike traditional surgeries for lumbar spinal stenosis, which require large incisions and long recovery times, the mild® Procedure involves a tiny incision, often smaller than the head of a pencil.

To perform the mild® Procedure, our team removes small bone fragments and thickened ligaments to restore spinal canal space and ease pressure on the nerves. Because it’s done under local anesthesia and requires no implants or stitches, it carries fewer risks and has a shorter recovery time compared to open surgery.

For patients who may not be candidates for major surgery due to age, health conditions, or personal preference, the mild® Procedure provides a safe and effective alternative. Most patients can often return to light activities within days rather than weeks or months.

2. Proven to relieve pain and improve mobility

Clinical data and patient experiences show that the mild® Procedure provides meaningful and lasting relief from lumbar spinal stenosis symptoms. Many patients report significant reductions in pain and improvements in their ability to stand and walk without pain.

Recent studies show that the mild® procedure enables most patients to avoid surgery for two to five years and provides relief from lumbar stenosis pain for over five years. 

3. Part of a comprehensive care plan

We believe that using the mild® Procedure as part of a holistic care plan leads to the best outcomes rather than relying on one treatment approach. When it comes to managing chronic pain, combining appropriate approaches provides the best chance at meaningful relief. 

The mild® Procedure fits seamlessly into a multimodal pain management strategy. At Pain Management Specialists, we take a holistic approach to pain care, combining interventional treatments like the mild® Procedure with therapies tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Expert lumbar stenosis pain management

When paired with a thoughtful, patient-centered approach, the mild® Procedure serves as a path toward long-term relief. If you’re considering options for managing your chronic pain, contact us to schedule a consultation and explore whether the mild® Procedure is the right choice for you. With advanced techniques and compassionate care, relief is within reach!