The procedure I had done this morning is called Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation or Radiofrequency Ablation. The literature I received from the doctor defines Radiofrequency Ablation as a procedure that involves heating the tips of small needles which are placed into exact locations (usually to treat low back pain, leg pain, neck pain and headaches) using an x-ray machine (C-Arm Fluoroscopy). It temporarily or permanently interrupts the pain messages by stunning nerves.
Overall, my pain has dropped from a 6 to about a 1, but that could be from the local anesthetic. More to follow…
