Cooled radiofrequency ablation to the spine, a novel procedure offered in the Department of Pain Management, brings a patient with metastatic small cell lung cancer immediate, complete pain relief.
Basivertebral Nerve Ablation Brings Lasting Relief to Chronic Back Pain Patients
Anatomic studies over the past several years have shown vertebral endplates to be a significant source of chronic lower back pain. Studies of a newer procedure that targets this area show promise for long-term pain relief.
Opioids Not Only Option for Cancer Pain
When opioids aren’t effective or aren’t enough for cancer pain, other pain management treatments can help, including nerve blocks, vertebral interventions and implantable therapies.