Hello everyone,
This case presentation was provided by my patient, who is a physician. It serves as an excellent example that MRI findings do not always indicate the necessity for surgery. Below, you will find a link to my article, where I expand on this topic in as much detail as possible. In his presentation, Dr. highlighted the important role that a specialized ice massage technique played in stabilization and rehabilitation. At the bottom of my post, I have also included a link to my article on ice massage.
You’re welcome to ask questions and share your experiences.
Thank you, and best wishes!
My name is Dr. Michael. From a young age, I was a competitive gymnast. After sustaining a significant spinal injury, I recovered well and successfully completed medical school. I currently spend many hours operating, entirely pain-free. However, eight years ago, I suddenly experienced severe lower back pain. My lower back had locked up, and the pain was excruciating. I saw an orthopedic surgeon, who ordered an MRI. The findings suggested significant changes, including disc herniations, and a spondylolisthesis. I was advised to undergo spinal surgery as soon as possible.
A friend and colleague insisted that I first see Boris, a practitioner of medical massage. I was initially surprised by the recommendation, but my friend assured me that this was not a spa massage; rather, it was a powerful, developed in Europe, science-based medical massage procedure. He shared his own experience, explaining that he had suffered from significant spinal disorders, and Boris had helped him regain his health using this method. He also mentioned that he had referred many of his patients with similar conditions to Boris, who had successfully reproduced positive outcomes and prevented the need for spinal surgeries, with sustained results.
Skeptical but intrigued, I agreed to see Boris, especially since my friend guaranteed that the procedure was safe and could not worsen my condition. After the first treatment, I realized that, although Boris was performing massage, it was a methodically applied treatment. I felt better after just one session. If someone had told me it was a placebo effect, I would have replied that I didn't care—I felt better. However, as I listened to Boris’ explanations, I understood that this was a science-based procedure, specifically designed and related to the methods of medical massage.
Boris explained that my difficult clinical neurological picture wasn't solely due to the MRI findings, but also to significant tension buildup within the muscle groups responsible for weightbearing. Due to these muscles’ inability to bear the major load, the weight was being transferred to the intervertebral discs and facet joints, which are not designed for such stress. By restoring muscle function, he effectively reduced the pressure on my already injured lumbar spine, thereby decreasing mechanical compression. At the end of the procedure, he applied a special method of ice massage and explained its mechanism, noting that properly applied ice massage is the best anti-inflammatory method, even comparable to corticosteroids and non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs. I couldn’t argue—I felt better. After eight treatments, I felt completely restored, returning to my normal routine, including performing surgeries and working out, without any limitations.
Regrettably, during these eight years, I didn’t follow Boris’s advice to undergo regular monthly "maintenance treatments" to support the functional resting tone of the muscles responsible for weight-bearing. Recently, I experienced the same terrible neurological symptoms as eight years ago, except now the pain began to radiate down my leg. I consulted an orthopedic and neurosurgeon, underwent another MRI, and was again recommended surgery. The second opinion was no different. However, after seeing Boris, I began to feel relief after the first treatment.
The theoretical explanation of the concept, provided by a well-trained massage therapist like Boris, amazed me. He reviewed my recent MRI and compared it to the one from eight years ago. I was absolutely surprised and told him that I wished more medical doctors had the ability to think this practically. It turned out that there were not many changes over the eight years. He also added that if the muscles responsible for weiging are kept in normal functional condition, there are many documented cases where degenerative spondylolisthesis can self stabilize, which evidently happened in your case.
Boris said, we were essentially treating the same condition as eight years ago. I am now feeling better, returning to my routine, performing surgeries, working out, and getting my life back. We need more massage Boris Prilutsky, who practices science-based medical massage. He is the real deal.
Sincerely,
Link to my article “Medical massage for cases of herniated, ruptured, slipped, or bulging disks
https://www.medicalmassage-edu.com/blog/medical-massage-cases-herniated-ruptured-slipped-bulging-disks.htm
Link to my article” My new ice massage Master Class”
https://www.medicalmassage-edu.com/blog/my-new-master-class.htm
Dr. Michael's Experience
Hello everyone,
This case presentation was provided by my patient, who is a physician. It serves as an excellent example that MRI findings do not always indicate the necessity for surgery. Below, you will find a link to my article, where I expand on this topic in as much detail as possible. In his presentation, Dr. highlighted the important role that a specialized ice massage technique played in stabilization and rehabilitation. At the bottom of my post, I have also included a link to my article on ice massage.
You’re welcome to ask questions and share your experiences.
Thank you, and best wishes!
My name is Dr. Michael. From a young age, I was a competitive gymnast. After sustaining a significant spinal injury, I recovered well and successfully completed medical school. I currently spend many hours operating, entirely pain-free. However, eight years ago, I suddenly experienced severe lower back pain. My lower back had locked up, and the pain was excruciating. I saw an orthopedic surgeon, who ordered an MRI. The findings suggested significant changes, including disc herniations, and a spondylolisthesis. I was advised to undergo spinal surgery as soon as possible.
A friend and colleague insisted that I first see Boris, a practitioner of medical massage. I was initially surprised by the recommendation, but my friend assured me that this was not a spa massage; rather, it was a powerful, developed in Europe, science-based medical massage procedure. He shared his own experience, explaining that he had suffered from significant spinal disorders, and Boris had helped him regain his health using this method. He also mentioned that he had referred many of his patients with similar conditions to Boris, who had successfully reproduced positive outcomes and prevented the need for spinal surgeries, with sustained results.
Skeptical but intrigued, I agreed to see Boris, especially since my friend guaranteed that the procedure was safe and could not worsen my condition. After the first treatment, I realized that, although Boris was performing massage, it was a methodically applied treatment. I felt better after just one session. If someone had told me it was a placebo effect, I would have replied that I didn't care—I felt better. However, as I listened to Boris’ explanations, I understood that this was a science-based procedure, specifically designed and related to the methods of medical massage.
Boris explained that my difficult clinical neurological picture wasn't solely due to the MRI findings, but also to significant tension buildup within the muscle groups responsible for weightbearing. Due to these muscles’ inability to bear the major load, the weight was being transferred to the intervertebral discs and facet joints, which are not designed for such stress. By restoring muscle function, he effectively reduced the pressure on my already injured lumbar spine, thereby decreasing mechanical compression. At the end of the procedure, he applied a special method of ice massage and explained its mechanism, noting that properly applied ice massage is the best anti-inflammatory method, even comparable to corticosteroids and non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs. I couldn’t argue—I felt better. After eight treatments, I felt completely restored, returning to my normal routine, including performing surgeries and working out, without any limitations.
Regrettably, during these eight years, I didn’t follow Boris’s advice to undergo regular monthly "maintenance treatments" to support the functional resting tone of the muscles responsible for weight-bearing. Recently, I experienced the same terrible neurological symptoms as eight years ago, except now the pain began to radiate down my leg. I consulted an orthopedic and neurosurgeon, underwent another MRI, and was again recommended surgery. The second opinion was no different. However, after seeing Boris, I began to feel relief after the first treatment.
The theoretical explanation of the concept, provided by a well-trained massage therapist like Boris, amazed me. He reviewed my recent MRI and compared it to the one from eight years ago. I was absolutely surprised and told him that I wished more medical doctors had the ability to think this practically. It turned out that there were not many changes over the eight years. He also added that if the muscles responsible for weiging are kept in normal functional condition, there are many documented cases where degenerative spondylolisthesis can self stabilize, which evidently happened in your case.
Boris said, we were essentially treating the same condition as eight years ago. I am now feeling better, returning to my routine, performing surgeries, working out, and getting my life back. We need more massage Boris Prilutsky, who practices science-based medical massage. He is the real deal.
Sincerely,
Link to my article “Medical massage for cases of herniated, ruptured, slipped, or bulging disks
https://www.medicalmassage-edu.com/blog/medical-massage-cases-herniated-ruptured-slipped-bulging-disks.htm
Link to my article” My new ice massage Master Class”
https://www.medicalmassage-edu.com/blog/my-new-master-class.htm