Patient Question
Hello Doctor,
Is facet joint pain a temporary or permanent condition?
Answered by Dr. Hans Joachim Poessel
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
Facet joint pain is typically a temporary and sometimes bothersome condition that subsides once a certain level of stiffness is reached. There are various methods to address this discomfort, including natural fixation due to aging, using a belt during activities, or surgical fixation. Another effective approach is thermal facet joint denervation using radiofrequency (RF), which can provide relief for up to two years. I hope this information helps! Wishing you a speedy recovery!
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