TL;DR: A medial branch block is usually a diagnostic injection that temporarily numbs small nerves near the facet joints in your spine. These nerves carry pain signals that may contribute to back or neck pain. Relief often lasts only hours, but your response can help your doctor confirm the source of the pain and decide […]
TL;DR: Medial branch block vs facet joint injection comes down to target and purpose. A facet joint injection treats irritation in or near the joint, while a medial branch block numbs the small nerves carrying pain signals from that joint. It’s often used to help confirm whether radiofrequency ablation may be appropriate. Back or neck […]
TL;DR: Sciatica is usually caused by irritation or compression of the lower spine nerves. Common causes include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, bone spurs, inflammation, and nerve root compression. Mild symptoms may improve with basic care, but weakness, numbness, worsening pain, or sudden bladder or bowel changes need prompt medical attention. Sciatica can feel like more […]
TL;DR: When back pain travels down the leg, it often means a lower spine nerve may be irritated or compressed. This can happen with sciatica, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, bone spurs, or nerve inflammation. Mild symptoms may improve with basic care, but weakness, numbness, worsening pain, or changes in bladder or bowel function require prompt […]
