We often have many questions about Radiofrequency procedures in our Panama City FL office so I have written this brief synopsis of the procedure and some things to expect. I have tried to make the information useful to all those that read this whether they are here in Panama City or elsewhere and whether or not they combine Chiropractic care with the Radiofrequency or not.

Radiofrequency ablation (also known as medial branch rhizotomy ) is a procedure used to reduce severe or chronic pain. The procedure is performed by placing an electrical current produced by radio waves next to a nerve that is carrying pain signals from the joint to the spinal nerve. The radio waves heat up a small area of nerve tissue, thereby decreasing pain signals from the targeted area. Read the rest of this entry »

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Severe knee osteoarthritis is a condition that can affect anyone but most often will affect someone who is older or someone who enjoys an active life playing sports. Sports can be hard on the knees and many older people, especially men, will experience severe knee osteoarthritis.

Severe Knee Osteoarthritis Pain Symptoms? This can be an excruciatingly painful condition. You will feel agonizing pain when you move your knee or knees and sometimes even when standing still.

The pain can stop you from really enjoying activities that you used to. In many cases, someone who enjoys a particular sport will take an indefinite break from the game because of the severe pain.

A trip to the doctor is definitely called for if you have agonizing pain in your knees. After a getting a proper diagnosis, the doctor will recommend one or a combination of several remedial treatments including cortisone shots, medication and even surgery. Knee braces are recommended by many doctors for patients who are looking for a less invasive type of treatment that does not involve drugs.

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