Lumbar Radiofrequency Neurotomy

Pain Specialist of America in Killeen, TX offers Lumbar Radiofrequency Neurotomy, a minimally invasive procedure to alleviate spinal facet pain. By cauterizing nerves with a mild electric current, this technique provides longer-lasting relief compared to steroid injections or medial branch blocks. Administered under local anesthetic and sedation, the procedure involves positioning a cannula near the targeted nerve, inserting a radiofrequency electrode to verify its location, and applying high-frequency electricity to deactivate the nerve. Although temporary increased pain may occur, full relief is typically achieved within a month, making it an effective solution for nonsurgical back pain relief.