First performed in the 1970s, radiofrequency neurotomy, also called radiofrequency ablation, emerged as a revolutionary treatment for facet joint pain. The procedure involves using radiofrequency waves to ablate the medial branch nerves that transmit pain signals from the facet joints. It has since become a widely accepted method for managing chronic spine-related pain such as:
Radiofrequency neurotomy uses a specialized probe that delivers controlled heat to the medial branch nerves, disrupting their ability to send pain signals to the brain. This procedure effectively "turns off" the pain pathway without damaging surrounding tissues. Over time, the nerves may regenerate, but the pain relief can last months to years.
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