Electrothermal Decompression (EDD)
This procedure is similar to IDET, except it is used for larger herniated discs. A heating element is used to modify the
protein wall of the disc and reduces the amount of disc material
that causes nerve irritation. The procedure involves a special wire
(decompression heating element) which is guided into your disc
through a spinal needle. An x-ray is used to confirm the catheter
placement in the disc. The disc is heated for a short period of time
determined by the physician. The catheter and needle are removed,
and you will be discharged home with specific instructions.