An hour may change everything for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). Find out how this minimally invasive, outpatient procedure, which has a safety profile similar to an epidural steroid injection (ESI), may help you stand longer and walk farther with less pain.
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Pain or numbness in lower back when standing
Pain, numbness or tingling in legs or buttocks when walking
Relief when sitting or leaning forward
Help your LSS patients, even those with comorbidities, by removing a major root cause of their neurogenic claudication. Move to mild® to provide patients with long-term relief using a therapy that has a safety profile equivalent to an ESI, but with lasting results. Learn more about the minimally invasive mild® Procedure’s key benefits, clinical outcomes and how it can be incorporated into your treatment algorithm.
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Many patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP) don’t know that an enlarged ligament may be the cause of their pain and mobility issues.*
Listen as @drpryz from @relievus explains how an enlarged ligament can contribute to lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS), and how treatments like the Mild Procedure may help.
Visit KnowYourBackStory.com at the 🔗 link in bio to learn more about Mild, a minimally invasive outpatient procedure that may help the LSS patients in your practice find lasting relief from CLBP.
*”Mobility Matters” Harris Poll data at the 🔗 link in bio.
Congratulations to Nicole Arnold, our Director of Human Resources, who was recently recognized in the Orange County Business Journal’s (@ocbizjournal) Distinguished Leaders: Human Resources 2023. The annual list honors HR leaders who have navigated the ever-changing HR landscape and demonstrated an impact within their organization and the Orange County community.
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How do you introduce patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS) to the minimally invasive Mild Procedure? Our short patient education video is an informative resource to help explain LSS symptoms, an animation of what the procedure entails, and clinical outcomes.
Share the video at the 🔗 link in bio with your patients or embed it on your website to help get them on the path to lasting relief.
Find more resources and information about Mild at www.vertosmed.com or at the 🔗 link in bio.
Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are a vital part of care delivery for patients with chronic pain associated with lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS).
Our practice resources, including diagnostic reference sheets, patient education tools, and more, are designed to help APPs identify, communicate with, and support patients looking to improve their mobility and pain.
Learn more about the Mild Procedure for LSS at the 🔗 link in bio to get more patients in your practice making the #MOVE2mild.
Recent data from The Harris Poll shows that nearly 8 in 10 patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP) have simply accepted chronic pain as a part of everyday life*, but it doesn’t have to be this way.
Dr. @kiranpatelmd, Director of Pain Medicine at @lhh_neurosurgery notes that by looking for an enlarged ligament indicative of lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS), physicians can help CLBP patients get back on their feet and on the path to lasting relief.
Visit KnowYourBackStory.com or the 🔗 link in bio to learn more about LSS and the available treatment options.
*Clinical data at the 🔗 link in bio.
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View current openings available throughout the U.S. at the 🔗 link in bio.
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Chronic low back pain (CLBP) can have negative impacts on a patient’s quality of life—most commonly in the ability to exercise, stand or walk for long periods of time, or get a good night’s sleep. Many CLBP sufferers are unaware of what is contributing to their condition, and may endure pain and mobility issues for years.*
In our recent blog, we explore insights from the “Mobility Matters: Landmark Survey on Chronic Low Back Pain in America” from The Harris Poll, to highlight how the CLBP experience changes through life’s decades and how healthcare providers can help restore their patients’ quality of life.
Get your patients on the path to lasting relief by focusing on early interventions, like the Mild Procedure for lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS), as a first line treatment option.
View the blog at the 🔗 link in bio.
*"Mobility Matters" Harris Poll data at the 🔗 link in bio.
Dr. Mansoor M. Aman, a Mild provider from Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, was recently featured on WIKB 99.1 FM's radio show "Did You Know…with Dr. Larry." Listen in as Dr. Aman describes his journey in the medical field as an interventional pain physician and how he has incorporated the Mild Procedure for lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS) into his practice.
Learn the signs and symptoms of LSS and details about the procedure, and listen to Dr. Aman showcase how 3 of his patients achieved lasting relief with Mild.
Thank you to Dr. Larry and WIKB 99.1 FM for hosting this segment!
@mansooraman @aurorahealthcare
Listen to the full segment at the 🔗 link in bio.
Could chronic low back pain (CLBP) be caused by an enlarged ligament?
Dr. Jason Rosenberg from SC Pain & Spine Specialists explains how lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS) can be visualized as a “kink in a drinking straw” due to a narrowing of the spinal canal as we age.
By debulking the enlarged ligament, the Mild Procedure reduces compression in the spinal canal to help restore mobility and relieve pain.*
Learn how Mild can treat LSS by visiting KnowYourBackStory.com at the 🔗 link in bio and help get your patients on the path to lasting relief.
*Clinical data at the 🔗 link in bio.
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A highlight of our recent All Company Meeting featured our outstanding Sales Team! We recognized their focused efforts and dedication to expanding access of the Mild Procedure within their regions. Many individuals won exemplary awards across multiple categories and were core contributors to the success we achieved in 2022.
Congratulations and very well-deserved! Thank you for your perseverance in helping offer safe, effective solutions to the lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS) community. #TeamVertos
It’s always a great time when the whole team can come together!
Our recent All Company Meeting was an exciting opportunity for Team Vertos to collaborate, educate, and share insights on our mission to offer safe, effective solutions to the lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS) community.
We are inspired by this dedicated team and look forward to helping more patients get on the path to lasting relief with the Mild Procedure. A special thank you to Dr. Patterson from @nvadvancedpain and Dr. Verdolin from @paincsd for their contribution to our program.
Take a look at some highlights from the meeting! #TeamVertos
We’re proud to introduce the newest members of Team Vertos!
Welcome aboard District Sales Managers, Anthony Petrella and Emily Lind, Planning Solutions Architect, Peter Grams, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Southida Phankonsy, Clinical Specialist, Nick Gann, and Customer Service Representative, Christine Rodriguez.
Interested in joining our team? Click the 🔗 link in bio for employment opportunities.
It's #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay!
We’re recognizing the care and commitment demonstrated by women in medicine, especially our valued partners in pain management and spine health.
Today and every day, we’re thankful for our physicians and all that they do to make a real difference in the lives of patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (#LSS)!
@ashleysbc @drjessicajameson @ladypaindoc Suzanne Manzi @kiranpatelmd @rebeccaadairsanders Lindsay Shroyer @drjordantate @drweisbein
Benyamin RM, Staats PS, MiDAS ENCORE Investigators. mild® is an effective treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: MiDAS ENCORE Randomized Controlled Trial. Pain Physician. 2016;19(4):229-242.
Mekhail N, Costandi S, Abraham B, Samuel SW. Functional and patient-reported outcomes in symptomatic lumbar spinal stenosis following percutaneous decompression. Pain Pract. 2012;12(6):417-425. doi:10.1111/j.1533-2500.2012.00565.x.
2012 data from Health Market Sciences report for Vertos Medical 2013.
Data on file with Vertos Medical.
Staats PS, Chafin TB, Golvac S, et al. Long-term safety and efficacy of minimally invasive lumbar decompression procedure for the treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: 2-year results of MiDAS ENCORE. Reg Anesth Pain Med. 2018;43:789-794. doi:10.1097/AAP.0000000000000868.
Based on mild® Procedure data collected in all clinical studies. Major complications are defined as dural tear and blood loss requiring transfusion.
MiDAS ENCORE responder data. On file with Vertos Medical.
Jain S, Deer TR, Sayed D, et al. Minimally invasive lumbar decompression: a review of indications, techniques, efficacy and safety. Pain Manag. 2020;10(5). https://doi.org/10.2217/pmt-2020-0037. Accessed June 1, 2020.
Deer TR, Grider JS, Pope JE, et al. The MIST Guidelines: the Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Consensus Group guidelines for minimally invasive spine treatment. Pain Pract. 2019;19(3)250-274. doi:10.1111/papr.12744.
Hansson T, Suzuki N, Hebelka H, Gaulitz A. The narrowing of the lumbar spinal canal during loaded MRI: the effects of the disc and ligamentum flavum. Eur Spine J. 2009;18(5):679-686. doi:10.1007/s00586-009-0919-7.
Treatment options shown are commonly offered once conservative therapies (e.g., physical therapy, pain medications, chiropractic) are not providing adequate relief. This is not intended to be a complete list of all treatments available. Doctors typically recommend treatments based on their safety profile, typically prioritizing low risk/less aggressive procedures before higher risk/more aggressive procedures, but will determine which treatments are appropriate for their patients.
Although the complication rate for the mild® Procedure is low, as with most surgical procedures, serious adverse events, some of which can be fatal, can occur, including heart attack, cardiac arrest (heart stops beating), stroke, and embolism (blood or fat that migrates to the lungs or heart). Other risks include infection and bleeding, spinal cord and nerve injury that can, in rare instances, cause paralysis. This procedure is not for everyone. Physicians should discuss potential risks with patients. For complete information regarding indications for use, warnings, precautions, and methods of use, please reference the devices’ Instructions for Use.
Patient stories on this website reflect the results experienced by individuals who have undergone the mild® Procedure. Patients are not compensated for their testimonial. The mild® Procedure is intended to treat lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) caused by ligamentum flavum hypertrophy. Although patients may experience relief from the procedure, individual results may vary. Individuals may have symptoms persist or evolve or other conditions that require ongoing medication or additional treatments. Please consult with your doctor to determine if this procedure is right for you.
Reimbursement, especially coding, is dynamic and changes every year. Laws and regulations involving reimbursement are also complex and change frequently. Providers are responsible for determining medical necessity and reporting the codes that accurately describe the work that is done and the products and procedures that are furnished to patients. For this reason, Vertos Medical strongly recommends that you consult with your payers, your specialty society, or the AMA CPT regarding coding, coverage and payment.
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Kalichman L, Cole R, Kim DH, et al. Spinal stenosis prevalence & association with symptoms: The Framingham Study. Spine J. 2009;9(7):545-550. doi:10.1016/j.spinee.2009.03.005.
Fukusaki M, Kobayashi I, Hara T, Sumikawa K. Symptoms of spinal stenosis do not improve after epidural steroid injection. Clin J Pain. 1998;14(2):148-151. doi:10.1097/00002508-199806000-00010.
Mekhail N, Costandi S, Nageeb G, Ekladios C, Saied O. The durability of minimally invasive lumbar decompression procedure in patients with symptomatic lumbar spinal stenosis: Long-term follow-up [published online ahead of print, 2021 May 4]. Pain Pract. 2021;10.1111/papr.13020. doi:10.1111/papr.13020
Friedly JL, Comstock BA, Turner JA, et al. Long-Term Effects of Repeated Injections of Local Anesthetic With or Without Corticosteroid for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Randomized Trial. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2017;98(8):1499-1507.e2. doi:10.1016/j.apmr.2017.02.029
Pope J, Deer TR, Falowski SM. A retrospective, single-center, quantitative analysis of adverse events in patients undergoing spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication using a novel percutaneous direct lumbar decompression strategy. J Pain Res. 2021;14:1909-1913. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S304997
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Abstract presented at: American Society of Pain and Neuroscience Annual Conference; July 22-25, 2021; Miami Beach, FL.
Mobility Matters: Low Back Pain in America, Harris Poll Survey, 2022. View data and full summary at knowyourbackstory.com.
Deer TR, Grider JS, Pope JE, et al. Best Practices for Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Treatment 2.0 (MIST): Consensus Guidance from the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN). J Pain Res. 2022;15:1325-1354. Published 2022 May 5. doi:10.2147/JPR.S355285.
