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Facet Joint Injections services offered in Tempe and Glendale, AZ
Facet joint injections are a minimally invasive treatment designed to relieve chronic neck or back pain caused by arthritis, injury, or spinal wear-and-tear. At Advanced Pain Management of Arizona in Tempe and Glendale, Arizona, the expert pain specialists use image-guidance to deliver medication directly to the affected joints, reducing inflammation and restoring comfort. This targeted approach helps patients regain mobility and return to their normal activities without surgery. Schedule a consultation at Advanced Pain Management of Arizona by phone or request an appointment online today to learn if facet joint injections could relieve your spine-related pain.
Facet Joint Injections Q&A
What are facet joint injections?
Facet joint injections are nonsurgical procedures that target small joints in the spine. These joints help stabilize the spine and allow smooth movement.
When facet joints become irritated or inflamed due to arthritis, injury, or degeneration, they can cause chronic back or neck pain. A facet joint injection delivers medication directly into or around the joint to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
What conditions can facet joint injections help treat?
Facet joint injections relieve pain caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis, spinal degeneration, or injury. They can also help with pain that radiates from the neck into the shoulders or from the lower back into the buttocks and thighs.
Many patients with chronic neck or back pain that hasn’t improved with conservative treatments like physical therapy, rest, or medication may benefit from facet joint injections.
The pain specialists at Advanced Pain Management of Arizona tailor each treatment plan to your individual needs to help you move more comfortably and improve your quality of life.
How are facet joint injections performed?
The Advanced Pain Management of Arizona team performs facet joint injections in a comfortable outpatient setting.
After cleaning the skin and numbing the area with a local anesthetic, your pain specialist uses fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance to precisely insert a thin needle into the targeted joint. They then inject a combination of an anesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication, such as corticosteroids.
The entire procedure usually takes under 30 minutes, and patients can return home the same day.
What can I expect after a facet joint injection?
Many patients notice immediate pain relief from the local anesthetic, followed by longer-lasting symptom reduction as the steroid begins to work. Some temporary soreness and/or swelling at the injection site is normal.
Depending on the individual and the underlying condition, pain relief can last from several weeks to several months. For ongoing pain, your provider may recommend a series of injections or discuss additional options, such as radiofrequency therapy.
Are facet joint injections safe?
Facet joint injections are safe when performed by experienced pain specialists using image guidance. Side effects are rare but may include temporary pain at the injection site, minor bleeding, or infection.
Your provider reviews your medical history and any medications you take to ensure the treatment is appropriate for you.
Call Advanced Pain Management of Arizona to learn more about the benefits of facet joint injections or schedule a consultation online today.