During this minimally-invasive procedure, the physician uses heat from radio waves to treat painful facet joints in your neck. This procedure is also called radiofrequency rhizotomy. It can treat pain that doesn’t respond to medications or to physical therapy. How will you be prepared for a Radiofrequency Ablation procedure In preparation for the procedure, you…
INTRODUCTION Whiplash is also known as cervical acceleration-deceleration syndrome. This condition refers to the sudden and rapid backward-forward force on the neck and head – exposing the cervical spine to extreme stress specifically in the facet joints and intervertebral discs. (The cervical spine is the upper portion of the spine located in the neck region.…
Have you considered a radiofrequency ablation procedure for your pain? Let an orthopedic specialist from Tennessee Spine Specialists in Palm Harbor, FL take a look and help you on your way to recovery. Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment. Radiofrequency Ablation This is a minimally invasive procedure that destroys the nerve fibers…