Facet joint injections are a minimally invasive treatment option that can provide relief from pain caused by arthritis, herniated discs, and other conditions. Our pain specialists are experts in performing facet joint injections and can help you find the relief you need.
Pacific Pain & Wellness Group offers Facet Joint Injection treatment to provide relief to patients with chronic pain. This minimally invasive procedure can help patients enjoy a better quality of life with reduced pain levels.
Facet joint injections for spine-related pain
Facet joints are small joints in the spine that help guide movement and stability. Irritation or arthritis in these joints may contribute to neck pain, mid-back pain, low back pain, stiffness, or pain that worsens with certain movements.
Pacific Pain & Wellness Group evaluates symptoms, physical exam findings, imaging history, prior treatment, and functional limitations before recommending facet joint injections or related procedures.
Diagnostic and therapeutic role
Facet joint injections may be used to help clarify whether facet joints are contributing to pain and, in selected cases, to reduce inflammation or provide temporary relief. Image guidance is commonly used to support accurate needle placement.
If diagnostic blocks suggest that targeted nerves are involved, radiofrequency ablation may be discussed as a longer-lasting option for selected patients. Treatment decisions depend on response, diagnosis, safety factors, and patient goals.
Who may be a candidate
Facet-related pain is often considered when pain is located near the spine, worsens with extension or rotation, and does not clearly match a single nerve-root pattern. Evaluation may include exam findings, prior imaging, response to physical therapy, and whether other pain sources such as discs, nerves, muscles, or sacroiliac joints may be involved.
The injection response is part of the diagnostic picture, not the only factor. Follow-up helps determine whether additional care, rehabilitation, radiofrequency ablation, or another treatment path should be considered.
Related pain resources
Patients with spine-related pain can also review back pain treatment options, epidural injections, nerve blocks, and appointment options.
Facet Joint Injections can help reduce pain caused by Facet Joint Syndrome and other related conditions. At Pacific Pain & Wellness Group, our experienced team of specialists provides state-of-the-art Facet Joint Injections with precision and care to help patients enjoy a better quality of life with less pain. Contact us to schedule an appointment and learn more about how we can help you.