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 Arthritis: Treatment, Symptoms, Causes & Diagnosis

Spinal Arthritis - Degeneration of Bone and Cartilage of Spine

Arthritic conditions cause a breakdown of cartilage and inflammation that restricts mobility in the affected area. In case of spinal arthritis, patients experience severe back pain and stiffness, particularly in the lower back.

Spinal arthritis causes inflammation and swelling of the joints in the spine which affects mobility in the spine.

Pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility of the spine are the primary symptoms
Back pain that comes and goes
Joint stiffness is particularly noticeable in the mornings
Depending on various factors, patients tend to experience more severe pain following periods of inactivity
A crunching feeling in the spine
Difficulty bending and/or spinal deformity or abnormal curvature
Warmth in the joints particularly during weather changes

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

Identification of the underlying cause and affected regions is perhaps most vital to finding a lasting resolution, as this allows specialists to provide targeted treatment. Some of the most common causes of spinal arthritis include:

Most commonly caused by age-related degeneration
Trauma and injury to the back
Abnormality in cartilage because of genetic factors
Obesity, which causes increased stress and compression of vertebrae
Rheumatoid arthritis, which is an autoimmune condition, causes inflammation and destruction of cartilage and joint surfaces

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

Conventional treatment for spinal arthritis includes medications to reduce pain and inflammation. However, these medications do not treat the underlying problem which means that patients who are on these medicines will need continue taking them for life. QI Spine Clinic uses some of the most technologically advanced diagnostic and treatment methods to help patients manage their condition and lead healthy productive lives.

How QI Spine Clinic Can Help You

Back surgery has become a common recommendation for spinal problems including spinal arthritis. However, recent studies show that up to 90% of these surgical procedures are unnecessary and do nothing to improve patient outcomes; in fact, many of these procedures increase the risk of further spinal complications. QI Spine’s holistic and evidence- based treatment protocols offer patients a safer and more effective treatment for spinal arthritis with better long-term benefits.

Digital Diagnostic Testing

A definite diagnosis is essential for effective treatment but most cases of back pain are classified as “unspecific back pain”. QI Spine Clinic uses the most advanced spine function test – the Digital Spine Analysis (DSA) to pinpoint the muscles and structures that have been affected by spinal arthritis. This test allows QI spine specialists to create targeted treatment protocols in order to strengthen these muscles, improve muscle function, and increase mobility.

Individualized Treatment Protocols

Treatment protocols are unique to each patient depending on how the condition has affected them – this allows spine specialists to provide the best spinal arthritis treatment for each patient, depending on their individual requirements. In cases where the pain is severe, the QI team will work with rheumatologists to decide on a temporary medication plan to ease discomfort so that the patient can perform medical movements to strengthen the muscles that support the spine. McKenzie movements are very effective in cases where peripheral joints are involved.

Non-Pharmacological Pain Treatment

Medications are often the first line of conventional treatment for spinal arthritis but these drugs often cause serious health problems and can even cause organ damage in the long run. However, QI utilizes Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) technology from Germany to reduce spinal arthritis pain. This technology uses a low-level electric current to promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and eliminate back pain.

Spinal arthritis can cause severe and even debilitating pain if left untreated. This is why it is important to visit a spine specialist at the earliest for a definite diagnosis and timely treatment

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

How QI Spine Clinic Can Help You

Digital Diagnostic Testing

Individualized Treatment Protocols

Non-Pharmacological Pain Treatment

Spinal arthritis can cause severe and even debilitating pain if left untreated. This is why it is important to visit a spine specialist at the earliest for a definite diagnosis and timely treatment