Radiofrequency nerve ablation is an outpatient procedure that aims to heat a specific nerve that supply the facet joint (source of the pain). With the heat the nerve is temporarily deactivated and the pain signal is interrupted.
Surgical procedure: the steps.
- The procedure is performed under live video X- Ray to constantly verify the position of the needle.
- A needle is inserted through the back and an electrode is then inserted through the needle.
- Radiofrequency current is sent through the electrode to the tissue causing the tissue to heat.
- The nerve is temporarily deactivated, as well as the pain signal.
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