Radiofrequency Ablation
What is Radiofrequency Ablation?
Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to stop nerves in the spine from sending pain signals to the brain. It is sometimes called rhizotomy or neurotomy, specifically when used to treat neck, back, and spine pain.
RFA使用热量靶向面关节或s骨关节，以减轻颈部或背部的损伤或退行性疾病（例如关节炎）患者的持久疼痛。当更保守的治疗（例如药物和物理疗法）无法缓解疼痛时，可能建议进行射频消融。诊断神经或疼痛受体阻滞后经历疼痛缓解的患者可能是射频消融的良好候选者。
在射频Ab会发生什么lation
患者将躺在X射线桌上，因为背部或颈部的皮肤用局部麻醉症麻木。使用低剂量的镇静剂，但在手术过程中通常会保持清醒。使用荧光镜X射线，医生会带着疼痛将一根细的空心针引导到该区域。热量用于在神经上产生病变，破坏其向大脑传递疼痛信号的能力。
The in-office procedure lasts between 30 and 90 minutes, and the skin puncture is covered with a small adhesive bandage. Most people return home the same day and experience relief within one to two weeks. The pain relief typically lasts months or even years. In some cases, the nerves grow back and the process will need to be repeated. Your pain management specialist will give you specific information personalized to your condition and lifestyle goals, as well as a detailed description of the procedure and instructions on how to recover successfully.
What you can expect at UTHealth Neurosciences
The UTHealth Neurosciences Spine Center brings together a multidisciplinary team of board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeons, neurologists, researchers, and pain management specialists who work together to help provide relief for even the most complex problems. Your team will share insights, leading to better treatment decisions and outcomes.
我们首先研究非手术治疗方案，包括医疗管理，疼痛管理，物理疗法，康复和注意等待。当需要手术时，我们的神经外科医生通常采用创新的微创技术。在整个治疗过程中，我们将与医生紧密合作，该医生向您推荐您，以确保顺利过渡到您的常规护理。当您与我们在一起时，您将获得专家护理，出色的沟通和真正的同情心。
脖子和脊柱解剖
The spine is divided into the following regions:
- The cervical region (vertebrae C1-C7) encompasses the first seven vertebrae under the skull. Their main function is to support the weight of the head, which averages 10 pounds. The cervical vertebrae are more mobile than other areas, with the atlas and axis vertebra facilitating a wide range of motion in the neck. Openings in these vertebrae allow arteries to carry blood to the brain and permit the spinal cord to pass through. They are the thinnest and most delicate vertebrae.
- The thoracic region (vertebrae T1-T12) is composed of 12 small bones in the upper chest. Thoracic vertebrae are the only ones that support the ribs. Muscle tension from poor posture, arthritis, and osteoporosis are common sources of pain in this region.
- 腰部区域（椎骨L1-L5）具有更大的椎骨，以吸收举重和携带重物的压力。腰部区域的伤害会导致臀部，腿部和膀胱控制的功能损失。
- s骨区域（椎骨S1-S5）在脊柱底部包括一个大骨。ac骨是三角形的，由五个保护骨盆器官的熔融骨头组成。
脊柱疾病和背痛
Arthrodesis
人造光盘更换
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cervical corpectomy
Cervical disc disease
Cervical discectomy and fusion
颈椎椎间盘
Cervical laminectomy
Cervical laminoforaminotomy
宫颈辐射病
颈脊利病（变性）
宫颈狭窄
Cervical spinal cord injury
Degenerative Disc Disease
Foraminectomy
Foraminotomy
椎间盘突出
注射疼痛
Kyphoplasty
Laminoplasty
腰椎椎间盘
Lumbar laminectomy
腰椎椎板切开术
Lumbar radiculopathy
腰脊椎滑星
Lumbar spondylosis (degeneration)
Lumbar stenosis
颈部疼痛
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Radiofrequency Ablation
Scoliosis
Spinal cord syrinxes
Spinal deformities
Spinal injuries
Spinal fractures and instability
脊髓刺激器试验和植入
脊柱融合
Spinal Radiosurgery
Spine and spinal cord tumors
Spondylolisthesis
Stenosis
Tethered spinal cord
Thoracic herniated disc
Thoracic spinal cord injury
跨膜腰椎室内融合
Vertebroplasty
联系我们
At UTHealth Neurosciences, we offer patients access to specialized neurological care at clinics across the greater Houston area. To ask us a question, schedule an appointment, or learn more about us, please call (713) 486-8100, or click below to send us a message. In the event of an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Room.