FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stanton Schiffer, M.D. (www.drschiffer.com, 877-463-5942) announced today he has performed his 100th successful herniated disc repair procedure using a breakthrough, minimally invasive outpatient technique called HydroDiscectomy, developed by Billerica, Mass.-based HydroCision, Inc. (www.hydrocision.com). HydroDiscectomy uses a high-velocity waterjet to quickly and safely decompress herniated (bulging) discs, providing relief to patients suffering from chronic back and/or leg pain. The new HydroDiscectomy procedure bridges the gap between conservative therapy and invasive open surgery. HydroDiscectomy can offer an option to patients who have failed conservative treatments and may lead to a significant reduction in their narcotic pain medication.
