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Radiofrequency technology is a minimally invasive medical procedure that uses radio waves to alleviate pain. Dermatologists also use RF to combat the signs of aging skin. This procedure earned FDA approval in 2008 for cosmetic skin treatments. RF was approved for medical pain management treatments in 2020?
Radiofrequency technology has become a popular treatment in Advanced Medical Health Anti Aging Aesthetic Services in Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island. Radiofrequency technology is sometimes called radiofrequency thermal, or tissue, radiofrequency denervation, lesioning, or simply rhizotomy. Rhizotomy is a term that refers to the cutting or destroying of a nerve.
RF can be used in many areas of the body. The procedure is effective for people with chronic pain who have not found relief from other treatments. Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts for more than three to six months.
Here are some of the most pain-responsive areas treats with RF: neck, back, joints, pelvis and peripheral nerves.
Radiofrequency technology works well on the lumbar nerves. The heating of these fibers provides relief for those who suffer from chronic lower back pain. The process reverses discomfort and provides spinal relief. This is also called a radiofrequency facet rhizotomy or a radiofrequency medial branch block.
According to a study cited by a medical advisory board, patients who suffer facet joint and sacroiliac pain (pain in the area that connects the pelvis and spine) experienced relief from 60% to 86%, respectively. Additionally, the NIH notes RF is a safe joint pain treatment.
RF can be performed on the cervical nerves that are located in the neck. Also called a cervical radiofrequency, the goal is to target the specific nerve fibers that are sending pain signals from the neck to the brain
It is effective for pelvic nerve discomfort. RF in this area is known as radiofrequency sacral or pudendal (the spinal region) nerve block. Posterior pelvic pain occurs in the back of your pelvis. It can be caused by a number of things, including endometriosis (pain in the reproductive organs or pelvic bones), inflammatory disease, or ovarian cysts
There are other treatments to address chronic pain – including medication, physical therapy, and surgery. However, radiofrequency technology is often chosen as an alternative to surgery. It is used to treat a variety of conditions, including the following:
RF is an effective treatment for arthritis. Types of arthritis RF treats include: Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis.
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones breaks down. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joint. Radiofrequency technology treats both arthritis conditions by destroying the nerve endings that send pain signals to the brain.
Sacroiliitis is an inflammation of the sacroiliac joint. The sacroiliac joint is located at the base of the spine where the tailbone (sacrum) meets the hip bone (ilium). Sacroiliitis can cause chronic pain in the lower back and buttocks, sometimes affecting the gait. RF can assist with the potential return of improved mobility.
There are risks associated with radiofrequency technology. However, most are uncommon and occur at the injection site. They include the following:
In addition to its medical uses, radiofrequency technology is also used for cosmetic purposes. Radiofrequency waves can be used to contour jawlines and lessen the depth of wrinkles. It is often used on the face, neck, and stomach. Profound RF is a popular radiofrequency treatment that improves the appearance of skin. Be sure to view before and after gallery to discover patients’ remarkable results:
When pain medications, acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage therapies – and surgery – fail to eliminate chronic pain throughout the body, patients frequently find significant relief through radiofrequency treatment. Since the relief of pain is long-lasting for most RF recipients, it’s a technology that is earning prominence in the orthopedic and neurology fields. The treatments can prove to be positive, life-altering procedures that offer patients a new lease on life. As noted, cosmetic RF can also promise profound, positive, and sought-after results.
We encourages chronic pain sufferers and individuals who seek corrective anti-aging treatments to schedule a consultation at one of our New York suburban locations in Manhattan, Queens, or Long Island.
No. Radiofrequency technology is not reported to be painful. It is a minimally invasive procedure that is conducted with the use of local anesthesia. Nonetheless, some patients report feeling pressure when the needle is inserted, but the radiofrequency waves themselves do not create sensations of pain. Contact us to learn more about this procedure.
Radiofrequency ablation can provide lasting relief from chronic pain; however, the results vary from person to person. However, the reprieve from pain ranges from six to 12 months. Make sure to schedule an appointment to learn more about the effects of radiofrequency ablation.
