What Are Facet Joint Injections?
Facet joint injections are image-guided injections used to diagnose and treat pain arising from the small joints in the spine (facet joints), which can become inflamed due to arthritis or degeneration.
What Conditions Does It Treat?
- Facet joint arthritis
- Chronic neck or low back pain
- Mechanical spine pain
How Does It Work?
A combination of local anesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication is injected directly into the facet joint to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief.
What to Expect
- Performed under imaging guidance
- Short procedure time
- May provide temporary or longer-lasting relief
- Can help confirm the source of pain
Our Approach
These procedures are coordinated through trusted specialists. If appropriate, we will guide you through the referral process and integrate results into your overall spine care plan.