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ViaDisc
Defining the Intervertebral Disc (IVD)
The vertebral column is a complex structure composed of small osseous elements called vertebrae, separated by intervertebral discs (IVDs) which function as crucial shock absorbers. These discs mitigate impact, permit dynamic flexibility, and facilitate movements involving flexion, torsion, and rotation. Each disc comprises the annulus fibrosus (AF), a strong perimeter of collagen fibers, and the nucleus pulposus (NP), a gelatinous center primarily composed of hydration. This architecture enables the discs to efficiently redistribute mechanical load on the spine while simultaneously upholding structural strength and range of motion.
Understanding Disc Degeneration
As the body accrues years or sustains trauma, the intervertebral discs can progressively break down, leading to a loss of essential hydration and their native shock-absorption capacity. This structural degradation is particularly concentrated within the nucleus pulposus, initiating a cascade of pathological issues, including desiccation, disc height reduction, and subsequent neural impingement. Analogous to how a grape gradually loses fluid and transforms into a raisin, these discs may dehydrate across time, resulting in persistent lumbago and a compromise of functional well-being.
How the Minuteman Procedure Works ?
The Minuteman procedure is a low-impact spine fusion method that secures the vertebrae by putting a tiny titanium implant between the spinal bones. The process involves making a small opening in the back or side and using specific tools to insert the Minuteman device between the troubled vertebrae. This implant gives quick stabilization by locking the bones together, cutting down on unwanted movement, and stopping more wear-and-tear. The Minuteman procedure is guided by X-ray imaging to ensure perfect placement of the implant, reducing the risk of issues and encouraging a quicker return to health.
Introducing ViaDisc NP: An Advanced Ambulatory Therapy
Restore and Reinforce Degenerated Spinal Discs
VIA Disc NP is a novel allograft intervention engineered to augment the depleted nucleus pulposus tissue within desiccated intervertebral discs. Sourced from a human donor, this allograft contains processed, dehydrated NP components that are meticulously combined with a sterile solution. During a low-impact vertebral intervention, this mixture is delivered directly into your spinal disc, restoring hydration and biomechanical function without requiring open surgery.
Is ViaDisc NP Appropriate for Your Condition?
If you are enduring persistent back pain stemming from discogenic degeneration, ViaDisc NP may be an ideal therapeutic selection. Request an assessment with our expert MVM Health providers to clinically review your symptoms, comprehensively explore available treatment options, and make the decisive move toward durable symptom resolution and optimal spinal health.
ViaDisc NP Mechanism of Action
The ViaDisc NP protocol involves a three-stage process aimed at replenishing structural integrity and advancing disc health:
- Disc Degeneration Confirmation: Time and mechanical load cause IVDs to lose fluid content and functional capacity.
- Accurate Administration: Under local anesthetic or procedural sedation, our physician uses fluoroscopic guidance to position a micro-needle within the target disc, enabling precise deposition of the allograft material.
- Augmentation and Decompression: The hydrated allograft substance is introduced into the disc, where it replaces lost tissue volume and helps reinstate the disc’s native shock-absorbing characteristics.
The ViaDisc NP Protocol
Pre-Intervention Phase
Before your scheduled treatment, your physician may instruct you to temporarily suspend specific medications, such as anti-coagulants or antimicrobial agents, in preparation for the injection. Intravenous antibiotics will be administered as a prophylactic measure to mitigate the potential for infection.
Intra-Procedure Execution
The procedure is conducted within a controlled, aseptic environment and may utilize regional anesthesia or conscious sedation for patient comfort. Real-time fluoroscopy precisely guides the needle’s introduction into the compromised disc, where the ViaDisc NP is injected to restore hydration and biomechanical function. The complete therapeutic session typically requires less than sixty minutes.
Post-Intervention Management
Following the treatment, temporary soreness and a sensation of elevated intradiscal pressure are expected. Patients are generally advised to restrict strenuous physical activity for 72 hours and may be given pharmacological support for symptom relief. Follow-up clinic visits are usually arranged within two to four weeks to evaluate clinical progress.
Why Select MVM Health for Disc Regeneration?
At MVM Health, our physicians apply extensive expertise in pain intervention and regenerative solutions to every care protocol. We utilize a comprehensive and multidisciplinary strategy to effectively address each patient’s individual needs. With a dedication to providing innovative, low-impact procedures such as ViaDisc NP, our core mission is to help individuals reclaim their lives free from persistent discomfort. Under the guidance of our Ivy League-Trained team, you can expect exceptional treatment meticulously designed to facilitate your return to a more active, symptom-free existence. Request your consultation now!
