MILD Procedure

Relieve Spine Pressure Without Surgery

mild® (minimally invasive lumbar decompression) is a procedure that relieves pressure on spinal nerve roots by removing small pieces of bone or ligaments from the vertebrae. The interventional pain specialists and dual-board certified physicians at Commonwealth Pain & Spine can diagnose your condition and perform this non-surgical procedure to alleviate nerve compression, eliminate or manage your lower back pain, and help you enjoy a more active life.

Who Can Find Pain Relief with MILD?

Our team may suggest the mild procedure for lower back pain that is unresponsive to conventional treatments. This technique is primarily utilized to address spinal stenosis, which involves narrowing the spinal canal. Spinal stenosis can be caused by:

• Osteoarthritis
• Bone spurs
• Thickened ligaments
• Herniated discs
• Degenerative disc disease

With Commonwealth Pain & Spine, you can discuss all the elements of your condition and determine if mild is right for you. We want to help you improve your quality of life through innovative treatments!

Why Patients Choose MILD for Spinal Stenosis

The goal of mild is to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves that can cause pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in your legs or back. This minimally invasive procedure offers many advantages over traditional open surgery, such as:

• Smaller incisions (less than 1.5 cm long)
• Same-day procedure with no hospital stay
• Less risk of infection and related complications
• Addresses the root cause of your pain

Patients enjoy improved quality of life, less pain during daily activities, and better mobility, leading to a healthier life free from chronic back and spine pain.

The Path to Relief with the MILD Procedure

To begin your journey to relief, fill out our self-referral form. We'll work with your PCP to get a referral and contact you to schedule your appointment.

Here's what you can expect during the mild procedure at our practice:

1. Consultation: Our physicians will assess your medical history, perform a thorough physical examination, and may order diagnostic tests such as X-rays or MRIs. This evaluation helps determine if the mild procedure is the most suitable treatment option for your condition.
2. Preparation: On the day of your procedure, you'll receive a local anesthetic to numb the treatment area. The mild procedure does not require general anesthesia, reducing the risk of complications and promoting a faster recovery.
3. Procedure: Your physician will make tiny incisions in your back, so small that sutures or staples aren't needed. They use specialized instruments to carefully remove the bone or tissue compressing your spinal nerves, creating more space in your spinal canal and alleviating compression.
4. Recovery: This is an outpatient procedure, so you can return home the same day as your mild treatment. Most patients experience minimal pain and scarring and can resume their normal activities within 24 hours.
5. Follow-Up: We'll schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and ensure you're experiencing the desired relief from your lower back pain.

If chronic lower back pain is impacting your life, the mild procedure at Commonwealth Pain & Spine could be the answer. Our committed team will support you in finding the relief you need.