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RESORPTION THERAPY
Innovative approaches based on science.
Worldwide team - USA, Denmark, Russia, Thailand
Worldwide team - USA, Denmark, Russia, Thailand
Neurologist, Creator of the Resorption Therapy Method, Co-Author of Peer-Reviewed Scientific Articles Published in Leading Medical Journals
Alexander Tkachev, MD
Disc resorption therapy and low back pain treatment
RESORPTION THERAPY
Evidence-informed conservative treatment for herniated discs
Back and neck pain caused by a herniated disc is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. Many patients are told that surgery is the only definitive solution. However, modern research and clinical experience show that, in many cases, the body is capable of reducing a disc herniation naturally — without surgical intervention.
Resorption Therapy is a structured, non-surgical treatment approach designed to support this natural process.
Resorption Therapy is a structured, non-surgical treatment approach designed to support this natural process.
UNDERSTANDING DISC HERNIATION
A herniated disc occurs when disc material extends beyond its normal anatomical boundaries and may compress nearby nerve structures. This can lead to pain, numbness, weakness, or radiating symptoms into the arms or legs.
While surgery may be necessary in certain situations, a large proportion of patients can be managed conservatively, especially when there is no progressive neurological deficit.
What Is Disc Resorption?
Disc resorption is a biological phenomenon in which a herniated disc decreases in size or partially disappears over time. This process has been described in medical research for decades and confirmed by MRI follow-up studies.
While surgery may be necessary in certain situations, a large proportion of patients can be managed conservatively, especially when there is no progressive neurological deficit.
What Is Disc Resorption?
Disc resorption is a biological phenomenon in which a herniated disc decreases in size or partially disappears over time. This process has been described in medical research for decades and confirmed by MRI follow-up studies.
The main mechanisms include:
Activation
of immune cells, particularly macrophages
Formation
of new microvessels around the herniated tissue
Controlled reactions
Inflammation, which destroys the displaced disc material.
As disc volume decreases, pressure on nerve structures may lessen, leading to symptom improvement.
Resorption Therapy is based on the understanding that these processes cannot be forced, but may be supported under appropriate conditions.
Resorption Therapy is based on the understanding that these processes cannot be forced, but may be supported under appropriate conditions.
WHAT IS RESORPTION THERAPY?
Resorption Therapy is a protocol based on conservative treatment, focused on supporting the body’s natural recovery mechanisms rather than mechanically removing disc tissue.
The approach is centered on robot-assisted, medium-intensity laser therapy combined with supportive modalities that reduce pain, improve function, and do not interfere with disc resorption.
The approach is centered on robot-assisted, medium-intensity laser therapy combined with supportive modalities that reduce pain, improve function, and do not interfere with disc resorption.
WHAT DOES RESORPTION THERAPY INCLUDE?
Robot-Assisted Laser Therapy (Core Component)
The foundation of Resorption Therapy is robotized medium-intensity laser therapy, applied according to specialized clinical protocols.
Robotic guidance provides with precise, reproducible energy delivery and consistent targeting of affected spinal segments. At the physiological level laser therapy is used to:
Robotic guidance provides with precise, reproducible energy delivery and consistent targeting of affected spinal segments. At the physiological level laser therapy is used to:
- modulate inflammatory activity,
- improve local microcirculation,
- support cellular metabolism and tissue recovery,
- create favorable conditions for natural disc resorption.
Acupuncture and Neuromodulatory Support
Acupuncture works as a complementary component to help:
- reduce pain intensity,
- regulate nervous system responses,
- stimulate endogenous recovery mechanisms.
Acupuncture and Neuromodulatory Support
Acupuncture works as a complementary component to help:
- reduce pain intensity,
- regulate nervous system responses,
- stimulate endogenous recovery mechanisms.
Medication Strategy That Does Not Inhibit Resorption
Medications are used selectively to control pain and excessive inflammation while avoiding unnecessary suppression of immune-mediated mechanisms involved in disc resorption.
The goal is symptom relief and functional support without blocking the body’s natural recovery pathways.
The goal is symptom relief and functional support without blocking the body’s natural recovery pathways.
Structured and Individualized Protocols
All components are applied within structured treatment protocols and adjusted individually based on:
- MRI findings,
- neurological examination,
- symptom dynamics,
- patient response to therapy.
Structured and Individualized Protocols
All components are applied within structured treatment protocols and adjusted individually based on:
- MRI findings,
- neurological examination,
- symptom dynamics,
- patient response to therapy.
WHO MAY BENEFIT FROM RESORPTION THERAPY?
Resorption Therapy may be considered for patients who:
- have MRI-confirmed disc herniation,
- experience back, neck, arm, or leg pain related to nerve compression,
- do not have urgent surgical indications,
- wish to explore non-surgical treatment options,
- have persistent symptoms despite standard conservative care.
A thorough clinical and imaging assessment is essential before starting treatment.
CLINICAL EXAMPLES
Patient: Woman, 40 years old
Diagnosis: big sequestrated herniaеted disc L4-L5. Size - 1,2х2,3 cm
Result: after the 1st 12-days treatment session. Usually such type of herniated disc responds to our treatment very well. Mostly it takes 1-2 months for full resorption in such cases
Patient: Man, 50 years old
Diagnosis: sequestrated herniated disc L3-L4 with the right cranial migration. Size - 2х1 cm
Result: complete sequester resorption and partial hernia resorption. Here it is 2,5 months between MRI examination before and after (Nobember 5, 2018 - February 2, 2019)
Patient: Woman, 35 years old
Diagnosis: sequestrated herniated disc
Result: No more complaints. The patient came back to full-quality life. Here it is 2,5 months between MRI examination before and after (March 26, 2018 - June 15, 2018)
PATIENT: MAN, 37 YEARS OLD
Diagnosis: huge herniated disc + full spinal stenosis. Size - 1,48х1,77 cm
Result: 2 standard courses for a resorption protocol. 1 course - 12-days treatment session. The case was quite difficult. And if you look in detail, you can even see signs of a slight regeneration of the nucleus pulposus in the picture. 7 months between MRI examination before and after (February, 22 2020 - September 26, 2020).
WHAT RESORPTION THERAPY IS NOT
- It is not a guaranteed cure.
- It does not replace surgery when surgery is clearly indicated.
- It does not promise instant or universal results.
SCIENTIFIC TRANSPARENCY
Disc resorption is a well-documented phenomenon in medical literature. However, large randomized trials comparing specific resorption-oriented protocols are limited.
For this reason, Resorption Therapy should be understood as an evidence-informed conservative strategy, combining established biological principles with structured clinical practice.
For this reason, Resorption Therapy should be understood as an evidence-informed conservative strategy, combining established biological principles with structured clinical practice.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
We believe in honest medicine:
Our goal is not to replace surgery, but to help patients explore a rational, structured non-surgical pathway when appropriate.
- accurate diagnostics,
- realistic expectations,
- individualized treatment plans,
- transparent communication.
Our goal is not to replace surgery, but to help patients explore a rational, structured non-surgical pathway when appropriate.
Membership and participation in international communities
We work with russian and foreign scientists
AUTHORS OF THE METHOD
Neurologist, physiotherapist, reflexologist. Since 2012, he has been researching resorption in cooperation with scientific institutions. Member of IASP, NASS, ESP and other international medical communities, regular participant and speaker at international conferences. Has over 10 publications in scientific journals
Neurologist, chiropractor. For more than 10 years he has been treating diseases of the back and joints. Teaches doctors, maintains a YouTube channel - in 5 years his videos have collected more than 30 million views
Neurologist, physiotherapist, reflexologist. Since 2012, he has been researching resorption in cooperation with scientific institutions
Neurologist, chiropractor. For more than 10 years he has been treating diseases of the back and joints
NEXT STEPS
If you are considering non-surgical treatment for a herniated disc, a comprehensive evaluation is the first step. MRI analysis, neurological assessment, and informed discussion are essential to determine whether Resorption Therapy may be suitable for you.
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