This treatment program is led by Dr. Ken Ishii, who has extensive experience as a university professor in treating spinal cord tumors and related disorders.

Dr. Ken Ishii has extensive experience in treating spinal cord tumors, having performed over 500 procedures as a university professor.

A web consultation will be conducted before the patient arrives in Japan. During this consultation, a differential diagnosis will be made based on symptoms and imaging findings, and appropriate examinations and treatment plans will be proposed.

Additional preoperative examinations may include myelography, contrast-enhanced MRI, CT scans, and angiography. The hospitalization period varies depending on the diagnosis, severity, and surgical procedure, but it is generally around 3 to 4 weeks. However, rehabilitation can be extended if necessary.

Providing Medical Institution

New Spine Clinic Tokyo

〒102-0093
Prefectural Assembly Hall Basement floor 2-6-3 Hirakawa-cho, Chiyoda-ku

https://new-spine.com/english.php

Specialty

Minimally invasive spinal and endoscopic surgery, dropped head syndrome, all lumbar spine disorders, all cervical spine disorders, ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL), ossification of the yellow ligament,
spinal tumors, spinal cord tumors, spinal deformities, osteoporosis, spinal fractures, atlantoaxial rotary fixation, torticollis,
anti-aging treatments for age-related changes in the musculoskeletal system (spine, joints, muscles, nerves, ligaments), etc.

Eligibility Criteria/Exclusions for Treatment

【Required Medical Information for Admission】 DICOM data Patient Information Sheet (Medical Questionnaire) Others: A web consultation will be conducted before the patient arrives in Japan.

Remarks

【Target Diseases and Conditions】 The treatment targets spinal cord intramedullary tumors, spinal cord extramedullary tumors, tethered spinal cord syndrome, spinal arteriovenous fistula, spinal cord herniation, spinal arachnoid cyst, etc. Neck pain, back pain, lower back pain, motor paralysis of the upper and lower limbs, pain and numbness in the upper and lower limbs, walking difficulties due to spinal cord paralysis, etc. 【Department and Attending Physician】 Dr. Ken Ishii, Medical Director