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Case Report Volume 11 Issue 1
The SONG laser protocol and multilevel degenerative disk disease: a case report
J Bernard, JF Gomez, GJ Tatis, E Gassan, T Ovokaitys, P Hollands
Received: October 28, 2025 | Published: January 12, 2026
Citation: Bernard J, Gomez JF, Tatis GJ, et al. The SONG laser protocol and multilevel degenerative disk disease: a case report. J Stem Cell Res Ther. 2026;11(1):1-2. DOI: 10.15406/jsrt.2026.11.00213
Abstract
Background: Multilevel degenerative disk disease is a debilitating condition often requiring surgical intervention. This case report explores the efficacy of the SONG Laser Protocol in treating this condition using autologous human Very Small Embryonic Like (hVSEL) stem cells. Case summary: A 43-year-old male presented with severe lumbar pain and disability, necessitating a sabbatical from work. MRI findings revealed multilevel degenerative disk disease with significant herniation and desiccation at L3-L4 and L4-L5 levels. The patient underwent two rounds of SONG Laser Protocol treatment with localized intradiscal injections of hVSEL stem cells. Post-treatment results showed increased intervertebral disk height (20–25%), and improved MRI findings. Conclusion: This case demonstrates, for the first time, the potential benefits of the SONG Laser Protocol in regenerating intervertebral disk structures and alleviating symptoms in degenerative disk disease. Further clinical trials are warranted.
Keywords: SONG Laser Protocol, degenerative disk disease, hVSEL stem cells, case report
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