Lumbar Radiofrequency Neurotomy

Lumbar radiofrequency neurotomy is using radiofrequency to destroy the medial branch nerve that innervates a facet joint.

How Does It Work?

Lumbar radiofrequency neurotomy involves using fluoroscopy (X-ray) to place needles in the proximity of the medial branch nerve. Then radiofrequency energy is used to destroy the medial branch nerve. The medial branch nerve is responsible for carrying pain signals from the facet joint. Once this nerve is destroyed, patients do not feel the arthritis in their facet joints as much.

What Conditions Does It Treat?

Lumbar radiofrequency neurotomy is used to treat arthritis of the facet joints, which is a common cause of back pain.

Treatment Offered By Kansas Pain Management

Kansas Pain Management offers a comprehensive pain treatment plan that is tailored to each patient’s specific needs. The first step is a thorough evaluation, which includes a medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing, if necessary.
Treatment options may include medications, physical therapy, injections, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause of the pain.

Kansas Pain Management also offers a range of minimally invasive procedures to help alleviate pain and restore function. With board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians, Kansas Pain Management is committed to providing the highest quality care for patients suffering from pain. We provide comprehensive and personalised treatment options for pain in Overland Park, Lawrence, Leavenworth/Lansing, Kansas City, Ottawa, Missouri, Topeka, Belton and surrounding areas. We also have a new location at Lee Summit Medical Center in Lee Summit, MO.