Radiofrequency Ablation/Rhizotomy in Las Vegas
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Our pain specialists can treat chronic neck or back problems with radiofrequency ablation/rhizotomy. This treatment option has been shown to help relieve some types of nerve discomfort in patients without side effects that undermine quality living activities like medications usually do–and it doesn’t require surgery!
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What is Radiofrequency Ablation/Rhizotomy?
Radiofrequency ablation/rhizotomy has been a popular treatment for chronic pain in the past few years. It’s quick, easy and offers many benefits over traditional approaches to managing this type of discomfort – such as less scarring because there are no cuts with RF devices! You might want it if you suffer from:
- Backaches (chronic lower spine)
- Neck aches
- Sacroiliac joint problems
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Shoulder tightness
- Headaches
- Facial pain
- Pelvic pain
- Hip sprain
- etc.
Radiofrequency ablation/rhizotomy is a safe and effective treatment for chronic neck pain that spreads from your back to other areas of the body, including shoulders or upper torso. The procedure targets this type of lingering discomfort particularly well because it can be performed on both sides at once without causing any significant side effects.”
Am I a Candidate for Radiofrequency Ablation/Rhizotomy?
The doctor can perform some diagnostic procedures including a genicular block to see if it reduces your pain signals.
How Long Does Radiofrequency Ablation/Rhizotomy Last?
Radiofrequency ablation is an effective treatment for chronic neck or back pain that provides relief from 6 months up to 2 years. The key component in achieving this prolonged effectivity, however, lies with experienced physicians who have expertise in targeting nerves causing your discomfort so they can deliver accurate and safe treatments every time!