A construction worker who was paralyzed and suffered from urinary incontinence due to an accidental fall regained basic normal functions 20 days after undergoing the Xiao procedure

Life is filled with happiness and joy when one is in good health. Mr. Tian from Yiyang, Hunan, married a gentle and virtuous wife at the age of 20 and was blessed with a son and a daughter, living a harmonious and happy life. However, accidents can strike unexpectedly. Two years ago, while working, Mr. Tian fell from a height of 2 meters, experiencing severe back pain and complete numbness in his legs, rendering him immobile. His colleagues rushed him to the Guangzhou Military Region Hospital, where he was diagnosed with a T1 vertebral compression fracture and underwent a surgery for L1 vertebral body open reduction and internal fixation.

After the surgery, Mr. Tian returned to a local hospital in Yiyang for traditional Chinese medicine rehabilitation therapy. Over time, his leg function gradually improved, but he found himself completely unable to control his bladder and bowels, facing significant difficulty in urination. Despite continued care at the rehabilitation hospital, there was no improvement, and doctors suggested further examinations or treatment at a larger hospital.

With his children still in school and being the family’s main provider, Mr. Tian was concerned about their education if he were unable to work. He chose to continue with physical therapy while working, despite the challenges of incontinence affecting both his work and personal life. Fortunately, his wife stood by him, supporting him through these tough times.

This year, with his son graduating, Mr. Tian was encouraged to seek treatment, with his son willing to work and support his parents. Touched by his children’s understanding, Mr. Tian felt it was time to address his condition. After researching online, they found that the best expert in treating urinary incontinence in China was Professor Xiao Chuan-Guo. His son suggested going to Xiao Chuan-Guo Hospital in Shenzhen for treatment, especially for the Xiao procedure, known for its effectiveness in treating incontinence.

Upon admission, despite the two-year delay, Mr. Tian underwent several surgeries, including spinal nerve loosening, spinal canal expansion and decompression, L1 vertebral body internal fixation removal, and the Xiao procedure. Professor Xiao’s technique was crucial for treating Mr. Tian’s condition, as typical hospitals might only perform decompression without the Xiao procedure, which wouldn’t bring patients back to a normal level of function.