RADIOFREQUENCY THERAPY

radiofrequency thermocoagulation

1. Radiofrequency What is thermocoagulation , in which cases is it applied?

radiofrequency Thermocoagulation is a method that provides temporary interruption of nerve conduction through a computer-controlled device and has been used since the 1950s . Nerve conduction is usually blocked for 3-18 months. radiofrequency In thermocoagulation, the temperature increases due to friction in the tissue. In other words, the basic mechanism in radiofrequency is the temperature increase in the tissue. The situations in which radiofrequency is mostly used are:

-Interventions on facet joints or discs in head and neck pain, low back pain

- Diseases of the sacroiliac joint

-Sympathetic blocks in pain related to arms and legs

-Pain due to back or neck hernia

Radiofrequency in many diseases other than those listed above thermocoagulation is used. Each of these applications can be applied from a wide variety of levels, depending on the level of the affected nerve or organ.

2. Radiofrequency What are the benefits of thermocoagulation ?

The procedure blocks nerve conduction, resulting in regression of pain and other symptoms . Although successful results are expected in an average of 70-80% of patients, it should be noted that pain from other sources may continue after the procedure.