Radiofrequency denervation, also known as facet rhizolysis, radiofrequency ablation, or radiofrequency neurotomy, is a medical procedure used to alleviate neck and back pain caused by issues in the facet joints. The spine comprises a column of vertebrae stacked on top of each other. Like hinges, the facet joints are paired between each vertebra, ensuring stability […]
Announcing a solution when other traditional treatment plans for chronic pain–such as physical therapy, psychological interventions, nerve blocks, and surgery–haven’t worked. Spinal cord stimulators (SCS) are medical devices that use a low-grade voltage to stimulate malfunctioning nerves and interfere with the erratic pain messages sent between the nerves and the brain. Spinal cord stimulation […]
The use of Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections is becoming increasingly popular for treating everything from hair loss to sports injuries. The treatment accelerates recovery and healing in a specific area by using the patient’s own blood cells. In this article, Dr. Javier Placer explains what a PRP procedure is, what the procedure involves, and the […]
How the Sacroiliac Joint Procedure Can Treat Chronic Sciatica Pain Sciatica is the name used to describe the sense of pain, tingling, weakness, and numbness in the lower extremities, often caused by compression or irritation of the spinal nerve(s) or the sciatic nerve. However, the sacroiliac joint, often known as the SI joint, can cause […]
