Algological Approach to Spinal Pain
Facet joint syndrome caused by inflammation or degeneration of the joints of the small joints on both sides of the spine that provide movement between the vertebrae, lumbar and cervical disc herniation, pain, numbness and weakness by pressing on the nerves, sciatica pain radiating from the waist to the legs, usually due to lumbar disc herniation, degenerative disc disease, vertebral slippage or spine
Treatments for Spinal Pain
Radiofrequency laser therapy is an effective method used to manage spinal pain, especially in the treatment of chronic pain. This treatment for spinal pain is usually performed to temporarily block nerve endings by targeting the pain, which does not require surgical intervention. Radiofrequency therapy relieves pain by temporarily disabling the nerves that transmit pain signals.
What You Should Know About Radiofrequency Treatment for Spinal Pain
- It is a minimally invasive procedure. It is usually performed under local anaesthesia.
- Through a thin needle, an electrode is inserted into the nerve roots that cause pain.
- Radiofrequency energy is applied to the nerve roots through the electrode, temporarily blocking these nerves from transmitting pain signals.
- Patients usually do not feel pain during the procedure, but the pain may subside within a few days after the treatment.
- The recovery process is usually fast. Most patients can be discharged the same day.
- Pain relief begins within a few days. However, it may take several weeks for full benefit.
Operation Duration | Anaesthesia | Hospitalisation | Recovery Time | Return to Work |
1 Hour | Local Anaesthesia | Discharged on the same day | 1 Week | 1 Day |