What is QI Back & Spine Clinic?

QI Back & Spine Clinic is a team of medical professionals who are dedicated to diagnosing & treating severe, chronic or acute back and spine conditions by non-surgical methods. Diagnosing the root cause of back and spine conditions is always the first step in medicine. We use a multi-disciplinary approach to accurately diagnose the cause of back pain because the more accurate the diagnosis, the more precise the treatment. We believe that it is essential to reverse the underlying cause of back pain and not just temporarily suppress the symptoms.

How do you diagnose the root cause of back pain?

An accurate diagnosis is critical as 85% of back pain cases are termed ‘non-specific’. Your back pain can be due to a neurological, systemic, structural or mechanical dysfunction. We are amongst the first to use a diagnostic approach that covers all these aspects. We use non-invasive technology that isolates the spinal structure. The controlled guided movements test and measure the strength and mobility of the spine. We can therefore identify the root cause of your back pain and prescribe further course of treatment.

What technology do you use? Is it non-invasive?

The machines we use are non-invasive biofeedback devices. They hold and support your body in fixed positions and then measure your functional ability during movements. They allow us to get a clear understanding of your spinal muscle tissue.

Who are QI spine specialists?

Our spine specialists are doctors with a specialisation in spinal disorders post a 4-year clinical degree in physical medicine or physiotherapy. They are specialists in the prescription of mechanical medical movements. Their expertise is dedicated to the reversal of spinal disorders and to promote mobility & function.

Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis Treatment, Symptoms & Diagnosis

Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis Symptoms

Pain is a common symptom of spinal stenosis and the location of the pain will depend on whether the stenosis is present in the upper or lower portions of the spine. The symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis may become severe for a little while but then subside. These are some of the most common symptoms associated with lumbar spinal stenosis:

- Low back pain and leg cramps
- Numbness and weakness that radiates down to the legs and feet
- Pain that gets worse when standing upright or walking
- Stiffness in the thighs and legs
- Pain that subsides when leaning forward

Reduced or complete loss of bladder and bowel control

Professional diagnosis required
Chronic, can last for years
Treatable with 12 weeks of QI Spine Therapy

Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis Causes

Aging is a key factor in lumbar spinal stenosis and this condition is most commonly caused by arthritis, specifically osteoarthritis which causes the thickening of the spinal ligaments as well as the occurrence of bone spurs. Some of the other causes of lumbar spinal stenosis include:

Conditions such as spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis
Trauma and infection (often associated with invasive surgery)
Herniation of a spinal disc
Disc degeneration

Professional diagnosis required
Chronic, can last for years
Treatable with 4 weeks of QI Spine Therapy

Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis Treatment

Mild to moderate cases of lumbar spinal canal stenosis can be managed with conservative treatment alone. Surgery is only advisable if non-invasive treatments for lumbar spinal canal stenosis are ineffective. Studies show that many patients experience an improvement immediately after surgery but this is a temporary improvement that decreases with time. However, a conservative but holistic approach can help to reduce pain and improve mobility.

Technologically Advanced Diagnostic Tools

Lumbar spinal canal stenosis is often the result of a spinal problem such as spondylolisthesis where one vertebra slips over another, significantly narrowing the spinal canal. The most common spondylolisthesis is caused by the slippage of the L4 vertebra over the L5 (the lumbar spine) which is why lumbar spinal canal stenosis is the most common type of spinal canal stenosis. Identifying and treating the underlying spinal problem will go a long way in obtaining lasting relief from this condition. QI uses Digital Spine Analysis (DSA), an advanced European technology that provides precise functional diagnosis. Unlike MRI and Xray tests that only identify bone and tissue damage, the DSA test can quantify muscle function and identify weakened muscles. Based on these findings, QI spine specialists recommend isolation and precision movements that target these muscles for quick and lasting pain relief.

Algorithm-Based Treatment Protocols

QI offers unique treatment protocols that are derived from an algorithm which is based on over 47,000 past cases. The protocols are customized according to the needs of each patient and ensures that every patient with lumbar spinal canal stenosis receives treatment that is best suited to his/her needs. This evidence-based treatment system offers higher objectivity and increases the success rate of the treatment and therapy plan.

Safest Pain Treatment Technologies

Inflammation is a common component of lumbar canal stenosis and so NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) may be prescribed. These medications are effective in reducing lumbar spinal stenosis pain but they pose significant cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risks. However, QI utilizes Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) technology from Germany to reduce the lumbar spinal canal stenosis pain without any side effects. The FSM method uses a low-level electric current to promote repair and eliminate back pain. Heat and cold therapy is also effective in reducing pain and is often combined with medical movements such as the McKenzie method and kinetic control movements to relieve the pressure on the affected areas. Lumbar spinal canal stenosis can become severe if it is left untreated. It can also result in permanent nerve damage so visit a spine specialist at the earliest for a diagnosis.