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Scarring Triangle with Patient Interview

Dr. Gabor Racz evaluates a patient for back and left leg pain, which includes L4-L5 and L5-S1 muscle testing. As a result of the patient’s symptoms and the objective findings, Dr. Racz performs a “Scarring Triangle” procedure followed by a caudal lysis (to target the L-4 nerve root).

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These are both performed with the guidance of fluoroscopy. He explains the importance of adding a bend to the stylet for precise guidance. He also briefly mentions the injectants and volumes he uses for these procedures.

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