Wallis® Dynamic Stabilization
Dynamic stabilization offers a much less invasive alternative to traditional methods and, unlike other procedures, is completely reversible. The wallis implant reduces the abnormal loads through the disc and facet joints.
When to Consider Wallis® Stabilization, and When Not
The Wallis® technique is suitable for some causes of back pain, especially where the disc and facet joints are still reasonably well preserved. It is less likely to reduce back pain if the discs are very badly damaged.
The support provided by the Wallis® system may be useful in some cases of disc protrusion or disc prolapse causing sciatica. The most obvious situation is sciatic pain developing in someone who has previously had problems of back pain. The Wallis® technique is also a good idea if the disc prolapse is very large or where there has been a recurrent prolapse.
In these cases the disc itself is vulnerable, more likely to cause problems in the future and in need of some protection.
The Wallis® technique helps to open out the space in the spinal canal and where the nerves leave the spine, so it can be very useful in operations to decompress nerve roots.
The Wallis® implant relies for anchorage on the spinous processes. If these have been removed or are defective or weak for one reason or another then alternative procedures should be considered.
Quick Links
In memory of Nick Boeree
Following the sudden death of Nick Boeree we have set up a tribute page to allow you to share your memories, thoughts, and feelings. Click here.
I’d been seen at my local hospital and had a scan. They said 'it’s just wear and tear, live with it’. Great!! So life has to stop, does it? But the tests you arranged (and quickly I might add) clearly identified the problem, as you were able to show us
Jessica Lewis
