Treatment of Spine Diseases in Israel

In Israeli clinics, the methods used comply with international protocols, while the treatment program is tailored individually for each patient. A personalized approach allows for prolonged remission and ensures a positive prognosis. Reviews speak of the clear organization of the treatment process, comfortable conditions not only for the patients themselves but also for their relatives. The attentiveness and high qualifications of the medical staff, along with a warm atmosphere, are noted. An important advantage is the reasonable cost of services.

About the Disease

Spine diseases can be grouped into a large category of disorders affecting the vertebrae, intervertebral discs, nerve endings, and soft tissues around the spinal column. There are congenital and acquired types of pathologies, which can develop gradually or appear suddenly (for example, after an injury). The most common diseases include osteochondrosis, protrusions and herniated discs, spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis), as well as benign and malignant tumours.

The causes of spinal pathologies are quite diverse. Most often, spinal pathologies are caused by:

• a sedentary lifestyle;
• prolonged static loads;
• poor posture;
• age-related changes;
• heavy physical labor;
• excess weight;
• sports overloads.

Important negative factors include:

• injuries;
• infectious processes;
• autoimmune diseases;
• congenital anomalies of spinal development;
• metabolic disorders negatively affecting bone and cartilage tissue.

Clinical signs can vary from periodic discomfort to severe pain and serious neurological disorders. Most often, patients complain of the following symptoms:

• chronic or acute pain in the back and neck, radiating to the arms or legs;
• stiffness of movements;
• numbness;
• tingling sensations on the skin;
• weakness in the limbs;
• coordination disturbances.

Treatment Methods for Diseases

Treatment of spine diseases is individually tailored in each case and depends on the type of pathology, the degree of its development, the severity of symptoms, and the overall condition of the patient. The Ihilov clinic employs a phased approach, starting with the least invasive soft techniques and progressing to more radical methods only when necessary.

Conservative Therapy

Conservative methods are used for most degenerative diseases and mild neurological disorders. The conservative treatment program at the Ihilov clinic includes: medication therapy (anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, muscle relaxants, neurotropic drugs); physiotherapy and therapeutic exercise to strengthen muscles and restore normal mobility; kinesitherapy; individual rehabilitation programs; as well as wearing a corset to support the spine and reduce load.

Injection Methods

These are used for targeted impact on the pathological focus and often allow avoiding surgery. The Ihilov clinic performs epidural and paravertebral blocks, radiofrequency ablation of nerve endings, facet injections, as well as sympathetic ganglion blocks.

Minimally Invasive Surgeries

The Ihilov clinic prefers minimally invasive surgical interventions, characterized by low trauma, minimal risk of complications, and short recovery periods. Access is achieved through small incisions, averaging 5-10 mm. The most common procedures include:

• endoscopic removal of intervertebral hernias;
• microdiscectomy under neuro-navigation control;
• vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty for compression fractures;
• removal of spinal canal stenosis with minimal trauma.

Surgical Stabilization of the Spine

Surgical stabilization of the spine is applied in cases of significant spinal instability, severe deformities, or tumorous processes. The Ihilov clinic uses modern fixation systems and minimally invasive techniques for implant placement with robotic navigation to ensure maximum precision during surgery.

Treatment of Spinal Tumours

Treatment of tumours is based on an individual comprehensive program that combines modern methods of surgical tumour removal, often using navigation technologies for maximum precision. Surgery is complemented by high-precision radiation therapy, such as stereotactic radiosurgery, which allows directing a high dose of radiation precisely to the focus with minimal damage to healthy tissues. The program also includes gentle chemotherapy and innovative approaches such as targeted and immunotherapy, tailored individually to achieve the best results while maintaining the patient's quality of life.

Rehabilitation

In Israeli clinics, rehabilitation programs are prescribed after achieving remission. They help restore lost mobility faster, normalize muscle strength, and prevent the recurrence of the disease.

Diagnostic Methods for the Disease

If a patient is quickly given an accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment is conducted, the prognosis of the disease significantly improves. At the Ihilov clinic, diagnostic examination, diagnosis, and development of a treatment program usually take no more than three days.

First Day

Upon arrival at the clinic and hospitalization, the patient attends a primary consultation with the attending physician. During the appointment, the specialist conducts a superficial examination, listens to complaints, and prescribes necessary examinations and consultations with narrow-profile specialists.

Second Day

Conducting examinations:

• x-ray of the spine — performed for the initial assessment of the condition of the vertebrae;
• computed tomography and CT-3D reconstruction — used to assess bone structures, identify fractures, osteophytes, and other pathologies;
• magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) — the main diagnostic method that allows clear visualization of all spinal structures and identification of various pathologies;
• electromyography and nerve conduction studies — aimed at assessing the functioning of peripheral nerves and muscles, helping to determine the degree of compression of nerve roots;
• SPECT/CT — a combination of scintigraphy and CT, allowing for the detection of inflammatory and tumorous processes at early stages, used when there is suspicion of neoplasm, infectious inflammation, metabolic disorders;
• laboratory blood tests.

Third Day

The results of the examinations are presented to the medical council. After reviewing the data, the doctors collectively determine the diagnosis and select the most effective treatment methods.

How Much Does Treatment Cost

Advantages of Treatment in Israel

• High qualification and experience of doctors.
• Equipping clinics with advanced equipment.
• Use of innovative medications.
• Individual comprehensive treatment program.
• Affordable prices.

The Ihilov clinic offers foreign patients the service of conducting an online consultation with an Israeli doctor. By contacting the clinic consultant and sending the required medical documentation, you can communicate with the specialist and receive advice regarding further therapy.