Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation Facet joint radiofrequency denervation is a procedure in which nerve fibres supplying the painful facet joints are selectively destroyed by heat produced by radio waves and delivered through a needle.
Considering Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation?
Dr Manohar Sharma offers private Lumbar, Cervical and Caudal Epidural Injections here at Fairfield Independent Hospital.
Our Pain Management Clinic is delivered by Dr Manohar Sharma our Consultant Pain Medicine and Neuromodulation specialist , who is also the Clinical Director for Pain Medicine at the Walton Centre, Liverpool.
Dr Sharma offers a wide range of pain management injections including Facet Joint , Dorsal Root Ganglion Block and Epidural injections .
How does Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation work?
Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation is performed after an injection of local anaesthetic close to the affected joints to help reduce feeling and pain, each of the bones in your spine has a set of Facet Joints, which stabilise your back and help your spine to move. The denervation treatment involves placing a radiofrequency probe near the nerve joint, a radio frequency current is then passed down the probe, a very small area of heat is created that causes a break in the nerve. This treatment does not affect another part of the body
The procedure will be on a very sensitive area so you may experience some pain, you will be given local anaesthetic to minimise pain.
How long does a Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation procedure take?
This procedure normally lasts around 1 hour and carried out as a day case.
You can book a consultation with Dr Manohar Sharma by contacting us directly on 01744 746 425 or enquiries@fairfield.org.uk
Before considering Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation, it is important to be aware that all surgical procedures carry a certain amount of risk and it is important that you understand the risks involved with a Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation.
During your initial consultation, you will be able to explain your medical history and discuss the potential risks of a Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation with the Consultant before making a decision.
Key facts about the procedure
Why choose us:
Fairfield offers;
A high level of Consultant level care every time
Flexible appointments to suit you
No waiting lists or long delays
Comprehensive service We have a team of Pain Management Consultants, who provide a comprehensive service for patients who suffer from chronic pain.
You will be offered an appointment at the earliest convenient date for you.
During your initial consultation, you will be seen by a consultant, who is specifically trained and has experience of performing Facet joint radiofrequency denervation. You will be able to explain your medical history and any concerns you might have with the surgeon who would be performing the Pain management injections
Your consultant will discuss with you if they feel any further diagnostic tests such as scans or blood tests are needed if there are any other treatment pathways to consider such as self-management and/or medications.
We work with all known insurance companies and offer competitive self-pay prices if you do not have health insurance.
Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation Guide Price Per Treatment
Patient Pathway
Initial Consultation
Diagnostic Investigations
Main Treatment
Post-Discharge Care
Total
Hospital fees
included
Charged seperatley if required
£1,670
included
£1,670
Consultant fees
£250
Charged seperatley if required
included
included
£250
Guide Price
£250
Charged seperatley if required
£1,670
Included
£2,120
Patient Pathway
Hospital fees
Consultant fees
Initial Consultation
included
£250
Diagnostic Investigations
Charged seperatley if required
Charged seperatley if required
Main Treatment
£1,670
included
Post-Discharge Care
included
included
Sub Totals
£1,670
£250
Total Guide Price
£2,120
The guide price may vary depending on:
Which consultant you choose
Your medical history
The type of diagnostic investigation your consultant advises is best for you
If you have had a recent diagnostic investigation and we can access it
The type of anaesthetic your consultant advises is best for you
The type of implant, drug or the actual procedure you choose or your consultant advises is best for you
The guide prices correct as at the 1 of February, 2022
Following your consultation you will be made clear of the costs to you before you go ahead with your treatment.
Pricing breakdown:
The guide price may vary depending on:
Your medical history
The type of anaesthetic your consultant advises is best for you
The type of implant, drug or the actual procedure you choose or your consultant advises is best for you
The guide prices correct as at the 1st February 2021
What's included:
The initial consultation guide price covers the cost of your initial appointment with your consultant. The consultation fee is due in full on the day of the appointment.
The diagnostic investigations guide price covers the approximate cost of any tests you may require to assist the consultant with a diagnosis, such as x-rays and blood tests. Any associated costs will be made clear to you before you proceed with any scan or test.
The Main Treatment guide price covers your stay in hospital as long as it is clinically necessary. This guide price includes all pre-operative tests that the Hospital requires to ensure you are fit for surgery, the fees for your consultant and anaesthetist to perform the procedure, and any nursing care, medication and food after. The payment for the main treatment is due in full, five days prior to your admission date.
Post discharge care following your discharge from Hospital is included in your fixed price care package. This price includes a single post-op consultant consultation and physiotherapy visits (up to the number stated) and any medication you need to take home with you. The main treatment price also includes the cost of treating any complications at the Hospital for 30 days following the date of your procedure where those complications arise directly out of the treatment you receive as part of your treatment package and are identified within 30 days of your discharge from Hospital, provided that you have followed the advice of your Consultants and any other medical professionals involved in your care following the procedure. This includes any consultations, outpatient, day-care and inpatient treatment that the Consultant says you need and which the Hospital agrees to provide.
About your recovery:
What happens after Radiofrequency Facet Joint Denervation? Your consultant may keep you for a few hours after treatment.
Do not drive on the day of injections, you should be able to drive the day after if your feel safe to and always check with your insurance provider.
You should rest your back for up to 48 hours to allow the treatment to take effect, you should take it easy but not stay in bed, try and do light exercises to reduce discomfort but ensure you keep moving.
It is essential you keep active to recover from chronic back pain.
Always follow the advice given to you by your Specialist consultant.
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