Finding Relief from Spinal Stenosis with the MILD Procedure

If standing or walking for more than a few minutes causes back pain or leg numbness, you could be dealing with lumbar spinal stenosis–a condition where pressure builds on the nerves in your lower back. One major cause? A thickened ligament in your spine called the ligamentum flavum. As it presses on your nerves, you might feel pain, weakness, or even stop walking as much. The good news is there is a minimally invasive treatment called the MILD procedure (Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression). This procedure removes a small piece of that thickened ligament to relieve pressure–all through a tiny incision, with no stitches or general anesthesia. Most patients go home the same day and feel relief within days.

MILD could be a good option if:

• You've been diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis
• Other treatments have not worked (like PT and/or injections)
• You want to avoid major back surgery

The MILD procedure is especially helpful for older adults or those who may not be candidates for traditional surgery. Over 45,000 people have had the MILD procedure and most report less pain and better mobility without needing more invasive procedures.

Why patients like MILD:

• Quick recovery
• No hospital stay
• No implants or stitches
• Covered by Medicare and many commercial insurance plans

If spinal stenosis is holding you back, ask a provider at Advanced Spine and Pain about MILD. It might be the simple fix you've been waiting for.