Quantification of Needle Angles for Traditional Lumbar Medial Branch Radiofrequency Ablation: An Osteological Study

Article Anesthesiology

Anatomical study of the medial branches of the lumbar dorsal rami: implications for image-guided intervention

John Tran et al.

Summary: This study investigated the relationship of lumbar medial branches to anatomical landmarks and discussed the implications for lumbar denervation procedures. It suggests that alternative needle placement techniques may improve the effectiveness of the procedure.

REGIONAL ANESTHESIA AND PAIN MEDICINE (2022)

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Article Anesthesiology

Radiofrequency Denervation on Lumbar Facet Joint Pain in the Elderly: A Randomized Controlled Prospective Trial

Yu Si Chen et al.

Summary: This study aimed to observe the efficacy of radiofrequency denervation of the medial branch of the spinal dorsal ramus on lumbar facet joint pain in the elderly. The results showed that the RF group had better outcomes in pain scores, disability index, and efficacy evaluation compared to the control group during the 6-month follow-up.

PAIN PHYSICIAN (2022)

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Review Clinical Neurology

Latest Evidence-Based Application for Radiofrequency Neurotomy (LEARN): Best Practice Guidelines from the American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN)

David W. Lee et al.

Summary: Radiofrequency neurotomy, also known as radiofrequency ablation, is a common interventional procedure used to treat pain from innervated structures. Its applications have expanded to peripherally innervated targets in recent years. The American Society of Pain and Neuroscience has identified the need for evidence-based guidance on RFN.

JOURNAL OF PAIN RESEARCH (2021)

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