Facet joint injections

Facet joint injections are performed under X-Ray guidance and involve placement of an anti-inflammatory medication, which is related to cortisone, within the facet joint (the small joints that are located in the back of the spine). Typically, these injections address pain that is coming from these joints after minor trauma. Patients typically experience either neck or back pain that is worse with extension. The procedure can be performed in several minutes and patients usually resume their daily activities later that day.

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