Treatment

Radiofrequency Nerve Ablation

A procedure that uses heat to disrupt the small nerves carrying pain signals from spinal joints.

Also called: radiofrequency ablation for pain, rfa, rhizotomy

Who Can Help with Radiofrequency Nerve Ablation?

Pain Management Doctors
A physician who treats long-term pain, such as back, neck and nerve pain, with medicines, injections and other procedures.
Anesthesiologists
A physician who gives anesthesia and monitors patients during surgery and other procedures.
Physiatrists
A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, treating injuries and conditions that affect movement without surgery.
Nurse Anesthetists
An advanced practice nurse who gives anesthesia and monitors patients during surgery and other procedures.
Surgery Centers
An outpatient center where patients have surgery or procedures, such as endoscopy or cataract surgery, and go home the same day.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about radiofrequency nerve ablation and what is right for you.