It's Not in Your Head
Welcome to It's Not in Your Head Podcast, with Dan and Juz. Dr. Dan is a Sports Physician and Justine a Pain Coach and patient. We have come together to find ways to manage complex pain better for both patients and providers. New episodes will come out bi-weekly on all major platforms.
It's Not in Your Head
44 Sacroiliac Joint Radiofrequency Ablation: Procedure, Outcomes & Who It's Best For
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This episode takes a detailed look at radiofrequency ablation (RFA) as a treatment for sacroiliac joint dysfunction — covering the nature of SIJ pain, the diagnostic pathway, and the specifics of how RFA is performed. Dr. Bates walks through the different approaches and techniques, shares clinical insights from his practice, and highlights recent research developments. Patients considering this procedure will leave with a clear picture of what to expect, what the evidence supports, and how to determine if they are a good candidate.
Resources:
www.iniyh.com/episodes/ep-44-pain-procedures-radiofrequency-ablation
www.resilientwarriorcoachingllc.com
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:37 Overview of Today's Topic: Radio Frequency Ablation
01:08 Understanding Sacroiliac Joint Pain
02:24 Diagnostic Blocks and Initial Treatments
03:22 Radio Frequency Neurotomy Procedure
09:19 Techniques and Variations in Radio Frequency Ablation
12:14 Cost and Regional Differences in Procedures
13:07 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics