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Is Having Rhizotomy Safe For Cervical Vertebrae?
I am considering a Rhizotomy at C-5 and C-7. My other alternative is an ACDF. This operation is too aggressive for my level one mild to moderate condition. What are the risks for a Rhizotomy and also are their any other procedures short of fusion that would eliminate the pain? I am fully functional only my left shoulder and arm experience pain burning tingling and aggravating discomfort. It is difficult to type with left hand without tingling in fingers
Fri, 17 Apr 2020
Hello,
While this procedure is a safe, non-surgical treatment with low risks for complications. They sometimes do happen.
Complications from radiofrequency ablation can include infections, numbness or allergic reactions to the medications or contrast dye that may be used during the procedure.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. AJEET SINGH
While this procedure is a safe, non-surgical treatment with low risks for complications. They sometimes do happen.
Complications from radiofrequency ablation can include infections, numbness or allergic reactions to the medications or contrast dye that may be used during the procedure.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. AJEET SINGH
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