During facet rhizotomy, the facet joint nerves are
deadened using focused heat from an electrode that is inserted into vertebrae.
Also
Known As:
- Facet
deadening
- Nerve
deadening
- Pain
management
- Radiofrequency
facet rhizotomy
- Radiofrequency
articular rhizolysis
- Radiofrequency
neurotomy
- Radiofrequency
ablation for facet joint
- Percutaneous
facet coagulation
- Percutaneous
radiofrequency neurotomy
- Percutaneous
radiofrequency facet denervation
- Rhizotomy
Conditions
Treated with Facet Rhizotomy:
Facet rhizotomy is used in cases such as facet joint
pain, arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and lumbar, cervical and
thoracic spine pain.
Non-surgical alternatives to facet rhizotomy include
physical therapy, occupational therapy, strength training, steroid injections
and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication.
Anesthesia
with Facet Rhizotomy:
Facet rhizotomy is performed with local anesthesia
and sedation.
Potential
Complications from Facet Rhizotomy:
Possible risks following facet rhizotomy include
soreness, bruising, swelling and bleeding at the infection site. It is also
possible to experience numbness and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis
after Facet Rhizotomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
facet rhizotomy is good.
Recovery
from Facet Rhizotomy:
Total recovery time following facet rhizotomy is one
to two days.
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