Overview

This book provides a comprehensive review of the development of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for the treatment of chronic pain. The book consists of three sections; it begins with the foundations of RFA by examining its history, development, mechanisms of action, and types. The second section explores various indications for RFA, including cervical pain, spinal metastasis, vertebral body, and hip joint pain. The final section then discusses the utilization of peripheral nerve ablation. The book concludes with future indications and forward-looking options for these therapies.  Essentials of Radiofrequency Ablation of the Spine and Joints is a forward-looking resource that recognizes the expanding field of RFA indications and new tools for ablation.

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Author:   Timothy R. Deer ,  Nomen Azeem
Publisher:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Imprint:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2021
Weight:   0.562kg
ISBN:  

9783030780340

ISBN 10:   3030780341
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   01 November 2022
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1.History/Development of Radiofrequency Ablation (Chronic Pain) 2.Mechanism of Action of Radiofrequency Ablation 3. Types of Radiofrequency Ablation a.            Pulsed RFA b.            Cool RFA c.             Monopolar/Bipolar 4.Diagnosis/Indications a.            Cervical Pain i.              Anatomy ii.             Work-up iii.            Technique (Diagnostic Block/RFA) iv.           Potential Complications v.            Long-Term Outcomes b.            Thoracic Pain i.              Anatomy ii.             Work-up iii.            Technique (Diagnostic Block/RFA) iv.           Potential Complications v.            Long-Term Outcomes c.             Lumbar Pain i.              Anatomy ii.             Work-up iii.            Technique (Diagnostic Block/RFA) iv.           Potential Complications v.            Long-Term Outcomes d.            Joint Pain i.              Knee/Hip/Shoulder ii.             Anatomy iii.            Work-up iv.           Technique (Diagnostic Block/RFA) v.            Potential Complications vi.           Long-Term Outcomes e.            Spinal Metastasis i.              Anatomy ii.             Work-up iii.            Technique (RFA) iv.           Potential Complications v.            Long-Term Outcomes 5.Future Indications 6.Recommended Reading

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Timothy R. Deer, MD The Spine and Nerve Center of the Virginias Charleston, West Virginia  Nomen Azeem, MD, FAAPMR Florida Spine & Pain Specialists Tampa, Florida

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