Rhizotomy or Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

Rhizotomy or Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is an effect treatment to treat moderate to severe arthritis of  the spine known as spondylosis or facet joint arthropathy.  This is completed once you have positive outcome from the facet joint injection.  The Rhizotomy or Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), heat is used to interfere with the nerves in the area to temporarily prevent them from sending pain signals to the barain.  is done in a safe and effective way in the operating room to treat your pain, increase function and mobility and improved quality of life