Facet Joint Injection

3D illustration of a facet joint injection in the spine.

Why is Facet Joint Injection not recommended ?

How is Facet Joint Injection performed?

Why should Facet Joint Injection be avoided?

What complications occur with Facet Joint Injection?

What is the best alternative to Facet Joint Injection?

Why is Facet Joint Injection not recommended ?

Why is Facet Joint Injection not recommended ?

Illustration of spine showing risks of facet joint injection.

Facet joint syndrome
Facet joint pain

How is Facet Joint Injection performed?

How is Facet Joint Injection performed?

Why should Facet Joint Injection be avoided?

Why should Facet Joint Injection be avoided?

Doctor performing a facet joint injection on a patient's back.

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Most injections are either ineffective or provide only temporary relief.

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Pain relief is always temporary

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Many injections miss the joint

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Better treatments are available including Deuk Plasma Rhizotomy®

What complications occur with Facet Joint Injection?

What complications occur with Facet Joint Injection?

Patient undergoing a facet joint injection procedure with guidance from imaging technology.

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Nerve root damage

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Spinal fluid leak

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Injury to facet joint

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Bleeding

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Worsening of pain

What is the best alternative to Facet Joint Injection?

What is the best alternative to Facet Joint Injection?

Animation showcasing deuk plasma wond burning the nerves completely to cure pain.

Deuk Plasma Rhizotomy®