Radiofrequency Ablation for lower back
Has anyone had this procedure done? It is a treatment I am seeking for my lower back for chronic pain before I file for an increase.
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I was evaluated for this and found not to be a candidate. Pretty much for the same reasons that I wasn't a candidate for the stimulator - couldn't single out a specific nerve in the lumbar area. I...
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I had it done in July of 2012 with fantastic results. I had been thru numerous therapy visits, tens units, and several injections to alleviate the pain with no success. I felt immeadiate results after...
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I've had it done 4 times. The first time I had relief for about 4 months. The second time it only last a few weeks but I had fallen and tweaked my back. The third time I felt no relief. The 4th time...
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In 1990 I had 6 herniated discs, had an operation at Thomas Jefferson (Philly) 2 year rehab and did well until I had a fall in 2012. I was a candidate for the RFA, but called it off 4 times cause it...
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My advice to ANYONE with a back injury requiring surgery is to INSIST that the surgery be done by a Neurosurgeon. Orthopedic Surgeons are essentially highly trained Carpenters. They work very well...
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I've had several epidural steriod injections over the past 2 years and I can't stand that need going in my back plus they were absolutely temporary relief (1 week or so). My question is, the issue...
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What RFA does is burns the nerves causing them to scar. The relief is temporary because your nerves will grow around the scar tissue and reconnect the pain signal.I can tell you only of my personal...
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OK, Got the puncture done today and yes @ USAF42, I was definitely nervous!. Holly SHT! 8 NEEDLES!! Felt like she was nailing a piece of wood then tightening up the screw with a nut. Lot of pushy...
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babbles wrote:OK, Got the puncture done today and yes @ USAF42, I was definitely nervous!. Holly SHT! 8 NEEDLES!! Felt like she was nailing a piece of wood then tightening up the screw with a nut....
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Glad to hear it Rapsberry, how long did you have it done? Been a while?
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Guldolphin wrote:I've had it done 4 times. The first time I had relief for about 4 months. The second time it only last a few weeks but I had fallen and tweaked my back. The third time I felt no...
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