Interventional Pain Procedure
The MILD® Procedure
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What the MILD Procedure Treats
The MILD procedure is designed to relieve the leg and back symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis by removing small pieces of bone and excess ligament to restore space in the spinal canal, all without an implant or general anesthesia, so you can get back to walking, standing, and doing the things you love. (Placeholder.)
- Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS)
- Neurogenic claudication, pain or heaviness in the legs when standing or walking
- Symptoms that ease when you bend forward or sit
- Difficulty standing or walking for more than a short time
How It Works
The procedure is performed through a tiny incision and leaves nothing behind, and most patients are back to light activity within days. (Placeholder.)
Confirming the Diagnosis
Imaging confirms that your lumbar spinal stenosis is caused by thickened ligament narrowing the spinal canal.
The MILD Procedure
Through a tiny incision, small portions of bone and excess ligament are removed to decompress the canal, all outpatient and image-guided.
Recovery
No implant is left behind, and most patients resume light activity within days.
Are You a Candidate?
You may be a good candidate for the MILD procedure if: (Placeholder. A consultation confirms candidacy.)
- You have lumbar spinal stenosis
- You feel relief when leaning forward on a cart or bending
- Standing or walking is limited by leg or back symptoms
- You want a low-risk option before considering open surgery
Why Choose Nexis for MILD
Image-Guided Precision
Real-time imaging guides every step for precise, safe, accurate treatment.
Minimally Invasive
A minimally invasive approach with less pain and a faster return to the things you love.
Outpatient Convenience
Performed same-day in our accredited surgery center.
Recovery & Common Questions
You will head home the same day, and most patients are back to light activity within a few days, with full guidance from our care team every step of the way. (Placeholder. Recovery varies by patient.)
Does MILD leave an implant behind?
No, nothing is implanted. The procedure simply removes small pieces of bone and excess ligament to restore space in the spinal canal. (Placeholder.)
Is it done under general anesthesia?
No, the MILD procedure is typically performed with light sedation on an outpatient basis in our ambulatory surgery center. (Placeholder.)
How soon will I feel better?
Many patients notice improved standing and walking tolerance within weeks. (Placeholder.)
See If the MILD Procedure Is Right for You
Schedule a consultation with our specialists to discuss your options.