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Nerve Ablation Treatment in Louisville, KY

Living with chronic pain can significantly impact your daily life, limiting your ability to work, enjoy hobbies, and spend quality time with loved ones. If conservative treatments haven't provided lasting relief, nerve ablation might be a viable option to alleviate your pain and improve your quality of life. At Commonwealth Occupational Medicine in Louisville, KY, our experienced physicians offer this minimally invasive procedure to help patients find long-term pain relief.

Call (502) 503-4832 or contact us online today to schedule an appointment and learn more about nerve ablation treatment in Louisville.

Understanding Nerve Ablation

Nerve ablation, also known as radiofrequency ablation (RFA), is a procedure that uses heat generated by radio waves to target and disrupt the function of specific nerves that are transmitting pain signals. By interrupting these signals, the procedure can provide significant and lasting pain relief. It's important to understand that nerve ablation does not cure the underlying condition causing the pain, but rather manages the pain itself.

During the procedure, a thin needle is guided to the targeted nerve using fluoroscopy, a type of real-time X-ray imaging. Once the needle is precisely positioned, a small electrical current is passed through it, heating the nerve and creating a lesion. This lesion prevents the nerve from sending pain signals to the brain. The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you can usually go home the same day.

Conditions Treated with Nerve Ablation

Nerve ablation is commonly used to treat chronic pain in various areas of the body, including:

  • Back and Neck Pain: This includes facet joint pain, a common cause of chronic spinal pain.
  • Arthritis Pain: Pain associated with arthritis in the knees, hips, and other joints.
  • Nerve Pain (Neuralgia): Such as trigeminal neuralgia or occipital neuralgia.
  • Chronic Headaches: Some types of chronic headaches that originate from the neck.
  • Sacroiliac Joint Pain: Pain in the joint connecting the spine and pelvis.

Your physician at Commonwealth Occupational Medicine will conduct a thorough evaluation to determine if nerve ablation is the appropriate treatment for your specific condition and pain. This evaluation will likely involve a physical examination, a review of your medical history, and potentially diagnostic nerve blocks to identify the specific nerves responsible for your pain.

Contact Us Today

If you are experiencing chronic pain and are looking for effective treatment options in Louisville, KY, contact Commonwealth Occupational Medicine today to schedule a consultation and learn if nerve ablation could be the solution for you. Our compassionate and skilled team is dedicated to helping you regain control over your life and find lasting pain relief.

Call (502) 503-4832 or contact us online today to schedule an appointment and learn more about nerve ablation treatment in Louisville.

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