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Cervical & Thoracic Facet Joints: Intra-Articular Injections and Radiofrequency Ablation
Dr. Nicholas Chua presents the interventional treatment of cervical and thoracic facet joint pain with intra-articular injections and radiofrequency (RF) ablation. Dr. Chua describes the categories of neck pain and thoracic pain, followed by the anatomy of facet joints, and commonly used approaches for physical examinations.
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He also mentions the importance of performing diagnostic blocks as this technique helps indicate the affected region or structure to target before RF treatment is performed. Additionally, Dr. Chua describes patient positioning for facet joint injections and RF treatment, along with ways to lower the risk of potential complications. He also presents a decision algorithm for facet joint pain treatment.
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