Targeted injections that reduce inflammation and interrupt pain signals to deliver precise relief at the source of spine-related pain.
Why patients choose this treatment:
Medial branch blocks and facet joint injections are non-surgical, outpatient procedures used to diagnose and treat spine-related pain.
Facet joints are small joints located between each vertebra in the spine. These joints allow movement such as bending and twisting. When they become inflamed or arthritic, they can cause persistent neck or back pain.
Medial branch nerves transmit pain signals from the facet joints to the brain. Targeted injections can:
A medial branch block is commonly used as both a diagnostic and therapeutic procedure. A facet joint injection procedure delivers anti-inflammatory medication directly into the affected joint. Both are performed without surgery and typically take only minutes.
These targeted injections are often recommended for patients experiencing:
If your symptoms are related to spinal joint inflammation, facet joint pain treatment may provide relief without surgery. Patients searching for an injection for back pain often benefit when conservative therapies have not resolved symptoms.
Precision is critical for pain management. Using imaging guidance, a specialist carefully positions a needle at the targeted nerve or joint. Medication is delivered directly to the source of inflammation or nerve irritation.
This approach:
If a medial branch block provides temporary relief, it may indicate that a longer-lasting treatment such as Radiofrequency Ablation could be appropriate.
Patients often ask about the difference between the two procedures.
Treatment selection depends on clinical evaluation, imaging findings, and response to prior care.
Understanding the process helps reduce anxiety.
Step-by-step:
Most patients experience minimal discomfort. There are no surgical incisions, and many return to normal activities shortly after the procedure.
Relief varies by individual.
Patients frequently ask, “How long does a medial branch block last?” The answer depends on the underlying condition and individual response. When relief is significant but temporary, longer-lasting options such as Radiofrequency Ablation or advanced therapies like Spinal Cord Stimulation may be discussed.
These procedures are considered low-risk when performed by trained specialists. You may experience mild soreness at the injection site or temporary swelling. Serious complications are rare. All injections are performed under imaging guidance with established safety protocols.
If chronic neck or back pain is limiting your quality of life, targeted injections may provide focused relief without surgery. Our chiropractic care services offer other pain management methods, so if targeted injections don’t work, we will be sure to find a solution.
