Pain management

Injection Treatment at the Spinal Nerve Roots of the Neck, Thorax and Lower Back

Computer-Tomographic- and Image Intensifier-Guided Periradicular Therapy Injection Treatment of the Nerve Roots of the Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Precise placement of a special needle near spinal nerve roots is made possible through the use of image intensifying technology and, when necessary, contrast medium. Medication is injected after placement of the needle.

Indications

• protruding intervertebral disks
  
• stenosis of the spinal canal or intervertebral foramen
  
• radiating pain
  
• post-nucleotomy syndrome (pain following herniated disk surgery)
  
• acute and chronic nerve root irritation
  

Value

Computer tomographic and image intensifier technology make a precise pain treatment possible; the correct diagnosis, however, is required. Follow-up treatment such as physical therapy is necessary. The procedure may sometimes have to be repeated.

Advantage

This is a minimal invasive procedure, available on an out-patient basis. Long and involved surgical procedures are rendered unnecessary. Medications can be reduced after treatment.

Follow-Up

A customized plan of physical therapy should be initiated immediately following treatment. The coordination of doctor and physical therapist is necessary.

Work

Light physical activity is usually possible one to two weeks after treatment, depending on diagnosis.

Sport

Sports can usually be resumed after treatment.

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