
Radiofrequency Ablation for Chronic Back and Neck Pain: What Patients Should Know
Chronic back and neck pain can interfere with work, sleep, exercise, and everyday activities. When pain continues despite conservative treatments, physicians may consider interventional procedures that target specific pain generators. Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is one such treatment and may provide longer-lasting relief for certain types of chronic spine-related pain. What Is Radiofrequency Ablation for Back and Neck Pain? Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses controlled radiofrequency energy to interrupt pain signals from specific nerves. Radiofrequency ablation for