Typical symptoms
- Back or neck pain lasting more than 3 months
- Repeated flare-ups with limited periods of relief
- Disrupted sleep and growing fatigue
- Avoidance of activities you used to enjoy
SPINE CONDITION · NORWAY PATHWAY
Disc herniation & sciatica
When a disc presses on a nerve root, pain can radiate down the leg or arm and limit daily life. If Norwegian queues delay surgery, Franchir offers rapid access to French specialists in microdiscectomy and motion-preserving techniques.
Recognising the symptoms
Chronic pain is more than just pain. Sleep, mood, work and family life suffer too. A serious plan addresses all of these.
When to consult
- Failure of at least two rehabilitation programmes
- Long-term reliance on painkillers, including opioids
- Sick leave or modified work for several months
- Disability claims pending
Red flags
- Unexplained weight loss or night sweats
- Fever associated with localised spine pain
- New neurological symptoms (weakness, numbness)
- Pain after a fall or trauma
Causes and diagnosis
Chronic spine pain is rarely caused by a single anatomical problem. Tissue changes, deconditioning, sleep deprivation and central sensitisation reinforce each other. Treating only one piece of the puzzle is why generic prescriptions keep failing.
Franchir treats every chronic case the same way: a careful diagnostic interview, a critical review of imaging, and a personalised plan that combines what can be managed in Norway with conservative care and what requires specialist intervention in France.
Diagnostic process
- Structured pain interview and functional questionnaires
- Review of all prior imaging and treatments
- Diagnostic blocks (facet, sacroiliac, root) when relevant
- Multidisciplinary review in France
- Personalised plan with measurable objectives
Treatments we offer
We always start with the least invasive option that delivers durable relief. Surgery is reserved for cases where conservative care has failed or red flags are present.
Stage 1
Structured rehabilitation in Norway
Active rehab, graded exposure, sleep and stress strategies — coordinated with your fastlege and local care team in Norway.
Stage 2
Mini-invasive treatments in France
Image-guided infiltrations, radiofrequency rhizotomy, endoscopic procedures when a precise generator is identified.
Stage 3
Surgery only when truly indicated
Targeted spine surgery is offered only when imaging and diagnostic blocks confirm a specific lesion that explains the pain. Mini-invasive techniques are preferred.
Why choose Franchir
Treated in 6 to 8 weeks
Dedicated international slots with French partner surgeons — not a 3 to 12+ month public queue.
3D navigation & robotics
Minimally invasive procedures, intra-operative imaging and the latest implants — often unavailable locally.
English pathway from Norway
Remote assessment, teleconsultation and coordination in English, with your fastlege kept in the loop.
Transparent quote in EUR
€700 file review, detailed pricing before any procedure, behandlingsforsikring support and no hidden fees.
Your journey, step by step
Step 1
Remote assessment
Structured video review of your imaging, symptoms and history — from Norway, before any travel.
Step 2
Specialist file — 48 h
Your case is shared with the most relevant French spine surgeon. Treatment plan delivered within 48 hours.
Step 3
Travel & surgery
Concierge organises stay, transport and admission. Surgery takes place in a partner centre of excellence.
Step 4
Follow-up with fastlege
Post-op recovery in Norway with shared follow-up between Franchir's team and your fastlege.
Frequently asked questions
We hear this often. Sometimes pain is genuinely non-surgical and rehab is the right answer. Sometimes a careful review identifies a specific generator that had been missed. Either way, a structured second opinion clarifies the way forward.
Check your eligibility
Send us your imaging and medical history. A specialist reviews your file and confirms whether surgery is the right option.