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.

Stenosis: Treatment, Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis

Stenosis Symptoms

With age, the joints of the vertebrae wear down, triggering a contraction of the spinal canal. This condition is known as stenosis, wherein the narrowed spinal canal puts pressure on the surrounding nerves and causes weakness in the limbs.

Since stenosis is a progressive condition, it may be asymptomatic as well. About 95% of patients who have stenosis also have sciatica.

Pain that radiates down the leg (same as in sciatica)
Cramping in the arms and legs, along with general pain
Neck pain or back pain
Foot drop: The weak leg causes the foot to slap against the ground
Numbness, tingling, and weakness in the limbs
Pain reduces while sitting and increases when upright
Bowel and bladder dysfunction

The patient experiences radiating pain in the limbs depending upon where the stenosis is, and about 70% of the patients complain of sensory changes in the arms and legs.

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

Stenosis Causes

Stenosis occurs due to normal wear and tear associated with aging, and usually affects people over 50. Other causes of spinal stenosis are:

Rheumatoid or osteoarthritis.
The soft gel inside the vertebrae leaking through a herniated disc and putting pressure on the surrounding nerves
Bone spur: An overgrowth of the bone pinching the nerve in the spinal canal.
Thickening ligaments: Due to aging, the ligament thickens and bulge into the spinal canal.
Having a small spinal canal
A tumor in the spinal canal, reducing its size
Degenerative scoliosis: The spine bends sideways and the spinal canal has reduced space
Spondylolisthesis: one vertebra slips forward on another
Injuries that dislocate the spine

In very rare cases, people are born with stenosis.

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

Stenosis Treatment

In order to ensure strength and flexibility for a patient affected by stenosis, the following treatment is administered:

For Pain Management

Cell Repair Technology: QI Spine has this unique treatment option for advanced pain management. This uses frequency specific microcurrent to stimulate the self-repair mode of the cells in the affected area.For Long term relief- Conservative treatment methods: The pain it causes can be managed spine rehabilitation and isolation treatment (an advanced device based therapy available exclusively at QI Spine Clinic)
Surgery: The effectiveness of surgery remains debatable. Almost 18% of the patients require a repeat surgery within 8 years.

QI Spine is committed to providing accurate and effective treatment. With Digital Spine Analysis, we design isolation based individualized treatment protocol to strengthen weak muscles in the affected area. Data intelligence standardises clinical delivery.

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

In order to ensure strength and flexibility for a patient affected by stenosis, the following treatment is administered:

For Pain Management

Cell Repair Technology: QI Spine has this unique treatment option for advanced pain management. This uses frequency specific microcurrent to stimulate the self-repair mode of the cells in the affected area.For Long term relief
- Conservative treatment methods: The pain it causes can be managed spine rehabilitation and isolation treatment (an advanced device based therapy available exclusively at QI Spine Clinic)
Surgery: The effectiveness of surgery remains debatable. Almost 18% of the patients require a repeat surgery within 8 years.