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.

Spinal Canal Stenosis Treatment, Causes & Diagnosis

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. 95% of patients with spinal canal stenosis experience sciatica while 70% complain of sensory changes in their lower limbs. Some of the other symptoms of spinal stenosis include:

Pain that radiates down the leg (sciatica)
Cramping or general pain in either the arms or legs
Foot drop – in which painful leg weakness causes the affected foot to “slap” on the ground
Numbness and weakness in the affected limbs
Pain that is more severe when upright and reduces while sitting

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

Spinal Canal Stenosis Causes

The main cause of spinal stenosis is aging as the ligaments that support the spine thicken and calcify. Additionally, bones may get bigger or bulge out (bone spurs) which greatly increases the risk of spinal stenosis. Some of the other causes of spinal stenosis include:

Conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis that affect the bones
A small spinal canal
Scoliosis (curvature of the spine to one side)
Spondylolisthesis (when one vertebra slips forward on another)
Injuries that dislocate the spine

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

Spinal Canal Stenosis Treatment

Surgeons often recommend surgery for spinal canal stenosis. These surgeries can correct or suppress spinal canal stenosis symptoms but there is a high risk of pain recurrence. Studies show that non-surgical treatment methods are effective in reducing pain and maintaining mobility. Identifying the affected structures is a key factor in successful spinal canal stenosis treatment.

Technologically Advanced Diagnostic Tools

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. Spinal canal stenosis can affect the neck (cervical stenosis) or the low back (lumbar stenosis).

Surgical treatment is only recommended in severe cases where there is bone overgrowth or bone spurs. In cases where surgery is required, a multi-specialist team will monitor the patient’s progress and ensure that their recovery is without incident.

Individualized Treatment Protocols

QI customizes every treatment protocol depending on the needs of each patient. Each protocol is designed to reduce disability and pain and is derived from an algorithm based on over 47,000 past cases. This evidence-based treatment system allows specialists to recommend treatment plans that have the highest success rates. This ensures that every patient with spinal canal stenosis receives treatment that is best suited to his/her needs.

Latest & Safest Pain Treatment Technologies

Doctors often prescribe strong pain killers as the first line of treatment for spinal canal stenosis but these drugs often cause serious health problems and even damage the liver, kidneys, and heart. However, QI utilizes Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) technology from Germany to reduce lower back pain. 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.

Spinal canal stenosis pain 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

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

Technologically Advanced Diagnostic Tools

Individualized Treatment Protocols

Latest & Safest Pain Treatment Technologies

Spinal canal stenosis pain 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

Rehabilitation Exercises

As your muscle strain heals, it is important to keep it flexible to prevent secondary problems such as a stiff back. Spine specialists will recommend exercises that you can continue to practice in order to make sure that the strained muscle heals completely so that there is no chance of a re-injury at the same location.

If the pain from a strained back muscle keeps increasing or if you start to experience bladder issues, you should consult a spine specialist right away for a definite diagnosis