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Radiofrequency Ablation Treatment in Arizona
Long-Lasting Pain Relief
Through Precision Treatment
Chronic pain in the neck, back, and joints can be debilitating, affecting your ability to move freely and enjoy daily activities. If medications and physical therapy haven’t provided enough relief, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) may be the next step toward long-term comfort. This minimally invasive, highly effective procedure is designed to reduce pain by targeting and disrupting nerve signals responsible for discomfort. At Comprehensive Pain Management, we use this advanced technique to help patients regain mobility and improve their quality of life.
How Does Radiofrequency Ablation Work?
Radiofrequency ablation works by using heat energy to disrupt pain-causing nerves in specific areas of the spine and joints. The procedure is performed with a specially designed needle that delivers controlled radio waves, creating a small lesion on the targeted nerve. This prevents it from sending pain signals to the brain while leaving other nearby structures unharmed.
Before undergoing RFA, patients first receive diagnostic injections, such as a medial branch block, to ensure that the correct nerves are identified as the source of the pain. Once confirmed, RFA is scheduled to provide long-lasting relief that can last for months or even years.
Conditions Treated with Radiofrequency Ablation
RFA is commonly used to manage pain resulting from degenerative conditions, arthritis, and nerve-related disorders. Some of the most frequent applications include:
Is Radiofrequency Ablation Right for You?
If you have been dealing with persistent spine or joint pain that hasn’t responded to other treatments, RFA may be an excellent option. During your consultation, our specialists will evaluate your condition and determine if this advanced procedure is the right choice for you.
Benefits of Radiofrequency Ablation
1-Minimally invasive with no incisions required
2-Provides long-term pain relief compared to traditional pain injections
3-Reduces reliance on medications for chronic pain management
4-Quick recovery time with most patients resuming normal activities within a few days
5-Improves mobility and function, allowing patients to return to an active lifestyle
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Types of Radiofrequency Ablation Procedures
Lumbar Radiofrequency Neurotomy
For patients struggling with chronic lower back pain, this procedure treats painful facet joints in the lumbar spine. By applying heat to these nerves, RFA reduces discomfort and restores mobility, making daily activities easier and more comfortable.
Cervical Facet Radiofrequency Neurotomy
This procedure focuses on the facet joints in the neck, which can cause significant pain due to arthritis or injury. If medications or physical therapy haven’t provided relief, cervical RFA can improve function and reduce stiffness, allowing for better neck movement.
What to Expect During the Procedure
RFA is a straightforward, outpatient procedure that typically takes less than an hour. Patients remain awake, though a local anesthetic is used to numb the treatment area and ensure comfort. Using fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance, the specialist precisely places the radiofrequency probe near the affected nerve. Once activated, the heat energy creates a lesion that stops the nerve from sending pain signals.
After the procedure, patients are monitored briefly and can return home the same day. Most experience significant pain relief within a few weeks, with improvements lasting anywhere from six months to two years.
Is my treatment covered by Health Insurance?
Generally yes if you have health insurance. We participate in most major commercial insurance plans. We understand that, in these difficult financial times, there may be costs to treat you that are known as co-insurance, co-pays, deductibles and other costs and, at Comprehensive Pain Management, we understand this. If you are concerned about costs, please let us know. We will do everything in our power to help you evaluate and manage your costs and help you obtain the treatment you need.
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