Effective Pain Treatments near Phoenix
Intracept (RFA of the Basivertebral Nerve) for Vertebrogenic Pain
The Intracept procedure is a radiofrequency ablation procedure of the basivertebral nerve, a nerve that lies in each vertebra. This nerve transmits pain signals from a degenerative vertebral endplate resulting from degenerative disc disease. Other than invasive lumbar fusion, this is the only minimally invasive way at reducing or eliminating pain from a painful vertebral endplate. Studies show that this pain relief lasts many years for most patients.
The procedure is completed through a very small incision which is made in order to facilitate the placement of a small cannula into the vertebra in question. Once the cannula is in place, a radiofrequency probe is inserted and heated up to disrupt this nerve, impairing its ability to carry further pain signals. The surgical incisions are so small they oftentimes can be closed with steri-strips alone as opposed to sutures.
This minimally invasive surgery typically takes 30-45 minutes to complete and is done on an outpatient basis typically under IV sedation. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional specializing in spine disorders to determine if the Intracept procedure is a suitable treatment option for your specific condition and symptoms.
The procedure is completed through a very small incision which is made in order to facilitate the placement of a small cannula into the vertebra in question. Once the cannula is in place, a radiofrequency probe is inserted and heated up to disrupt this nerve, impairing its ability to carry further pain signals. The surgical incisions are so small they oftentimes can be closed with steri-strips alone as opposed to sutures.
This minimally invasive surgery typically takes 30-45 minutes to complete and is done on an outpatient basis typically under IV sedation. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional specializing in spine disorders to determine if the Intracept procedure is a suitable treatment option for your specific condition and symptoms.