Identifying Back Pathologies for Tailored Solutions
PRECISE EVALUATION • SPECIALIZED BACK SOLUTIONS • FRENCH EXPERTISE • REDUCED WAITING TIMES
Every pain tells a unique story. Precisely understanding back pathologies is the essential first step toward lasting recovery.
FRANCHIR supports you in this identification process and guides you toward the most suitable solutions for your situation.
Explore the main back pathologies
Lower Back Pain - The Most Common
Accounting for over 80% of consultations, lower back pain can have multiple causes. Our specialized approach helps precisely identify the cause and access the most effective treatments.
Unbearable Pain - Emergency
When pain becomes unbearable, every day counts. Our emergency protocol guarantees rapid evaluation and priority access to our specialists to relieve you quickly.
Back Strain / Lumbago
We speak your language and understand your expressions. Our expertise distinguishes simple muscle strains from more complex pathologies that may be hidden behind “back strain.”
Chronic Problem - Complex Cases
After months or years of pain and ineffective treatments, you need a different approach. Our specialists excel in managing complex back pathologies.
Neck Pain and Stiffness
After months or years of recurrent torticollis, constant headaches and sleepless nights due to your stiff neck, you finally deserve a lasting solution. Our specialists excel in managing complex cervical pathologies that resist conventional treatments.
Innovative Therapeutic Approaches
YOUR BACK SPECIALIST - Discover Our Solutions
At Franchir, we offer tailored solutions for every type of back pain. Whether you suffer from acute or chronic pain, our team of specialists is ready to guide you toward the most appropriate treatment.
Explore our therapeutic options, ranging from surgical interventions to conservative therapies, all designed to improve your quality of life.
Precise Diagnosis: The Key to Your Recovery
Diagnostic errors can lead to ineffective treatments.
Diagnostic errors can lead to ineffective treatments. That’s why FRANCHIR invests in the highest quality initial evaluation, using the most advanced protocols to identify with absolute precision the cause of your pain.
FAQ - Spine Surgery in France Franchir
How do I know if my pain requires surgery?
The indication for back surgery depends on several factors that our specialists evaluate during your in-depth consultation.
Surgical evaluation criteria: • Pain intensity and persistence despite conservative treatments • Presence of neurological deficits (weakness, numbness) • Significant impact on your quality of life and activities • Imaging results showing nerve compression or instability
What exams are needed before surgery?
The pre-operative assessment for back surgery includes several essential exams that we coordinate between Canada and France to optimize your care.
Essential imaging tests: • Recent MRI (less than 6 months) of the affected area • CT scan with 3D reconstructions if needed • Dynamic X-rays to assess instability • Myelogram CT in complex cases
How can I get my case evaluated?
Your journey begins with a free at our local partner office with our clinical nurse specialist in spinal pathologies. This healthcare professional, specifically trained in both French and Canadian protocols, performs a complete evaluation of your situation.
Back pain: what to do first?
When experiencing back pain, the first step is to evaluate the intensity and characteristics of your pain. If the pain is manageable and recent (less than 48 hours), you can apply cold for the first 24 hours, then heat, while maintaining light activity.
Average recovery times:
Minimally invasive surgery: 2-4 weeks for light activities • Simple fusion: 6-8 weeks for gradual recovery • Complex interventions: 3-6 months for complete recovery
Act Quickly in Case of Emergency
Loss of sphincter control, sudden leg weakness, perineal numbness → Go to the emergency room immediately
