Basivertebral Nerve Ablation
WHAT IS BASIVERTEBRAL NERVE ABLATION?
The procedure is employed to address chronic lower back pain resulting from vertebral endplate nerve dysfunction. Using radiofrequency energy, a needle is inserted into the vertebral body to generate heat, which effectively destroys the basivertebral nerve. Since the basivertebral nerve lacks regenerative capabilities, it becomes unable to transmit pain signals, offering relief from the pain.
HOW IS THE PROCEDURE PERFORMED?
Basivertebral nerve ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that is performed in a hospital theatre or day procedure centre under specialised imaging guidance. Your procedure will involve you being given intravenous sedation by an anaesthetist to help you relax during the procedure. It will take approximately 30 to 60 minutes to complete.
HOW LONG DOES THE EFFECT LAST?
The ablation may last anywhere between 6 to 12 months. In some cases, pain relief may last for years