• Therapeutic
Nerve Block
–
Involves
injecting a
local
anesthetic
or
neurological
agent and
blocking
pain at its
source in
the nerve;
Useful in
treating
pain caused
by both
benign and
malignant
disease
• Epidural
Steroid
Injection
–
Non-invasive
option that
manages
acute and
chronic
lower back
pain;
Delivers
steroids to
the affected
area
• Spinal Cord
Stimulator
–
For patients
with
neuropathic
pain and
failed back
surgery;
Involves
sending
electric
signals into
the target
area,
producing a
tingling
that eases
the pain
• Radio
Frequency
Thermocoagulation
or Lesioning –
For the
treatment of
facet joint
disease;
Involves
placing
probes near
the
offending
nerve and
heating for
60-90
seconds;
Relief can
be sustained
up to 12
months
•
Medication
and Patient
Education |
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