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What Is Radiofrequency Ablation?

Radiofrequency Ablation, also known as RFA, uses heat waves in the form of radiofrequency to burn the ends of nerves causing pain to prevent signals from being sent to the brain.

What Does It Treat?

Nerve ablation can reduce or eliminate chronic pain originating from nerves along the spinal cord.

How Does the Procedure Work?

Before conducting the procedure, diagnostic tests using nerve block injections must be completed to ensure the correct area is being treated. Once that has been determined, local anesthetic is administered to prevent pain and discomfort. A hollow needle is inserted into the targeted areas, and an electrode is inserted through the needle. It releases radiofrequency currents, destroying the nerve endings.

After the procedure, someone else will need to drive the patient home, and they’ll be able to resume normal activities after 24 hours.

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What Are the Risks?

This type of procedure has minimal risks, but the use of a needle has risk for infection. Damage to the surrounding nerves and tissue of the targeted site is also possible. In some cases, nerves can regrow and may require more treatments.

Benefits of Radiofrequency Ablation

When nerves are ablated or burned, pain relief lasts between 6-12 months or longer, but in most cases, pain is eliminated completely.

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