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How Thoracic Facet Radiofrequency Neurotomy Offers Lasting Relief at APSI Wellness. This advanced procedure can silence the specific nerves responsible for facet joint pain.
Finding Freedom from Chronic Back Pain
By APSI Wellness | December 8, 2025
How Thoracic Facet Radiofrequency Neurotomy Offers Lasting Relief at APSI Wellness
For those living with persistent mid-back pain—the kind that thwarts a deep breath, makes turning in bed an ordeal, and casts a shadow over daily life—the search for a solution can feel endless. If this cycle sounds familiar, it's time to understand a precise, advanced procedure that breaks it: Thoracic Facet Radiofrequency Neurotomy (TRFN).
At APSI Wellness, with accessible clinics in Cincinnati, OH; Maysville, KY; and Naples, FL, we specialize in turning the page on chronic pain. Thoracic Facet Radiofrequency Neurotomy is a cornerstone of this approach—a minimally invasive, evidence-based procedure designed to silence the specific nerves responsible for facet joint pain in your mid-back.
Understanding the Source: Thoracic Facet Joints
Your thoracic spine—the 12 vertebrae in your mid-back—is remarkably stable, providing the foundation for your rib cage. However, the small facet joints that connect these vertebrae can become a significant source of pain due to:
- Degenerative arthritis
- Injury or trauma
- Postural strain
- Previous spinal surgery
What is Radiofrequency Neurotomy?
Radiofrequency Neurotomy (also called Radiofrequency Ablation or RFA) uses heat generated by radio waves to create a precise lesion on the medial branch nerve—the small nerve that transmits pain signals from the facet joint to your brain.
By interrupting these pain signals at their source, RFA can provide relief that lasts 12-18 months or longer, far outlasting the temporary relief of steroid injections.
The Procedure at APSI Wellness
Before recommending RFA, we typically perform diagnostic medial branch blocks to confirm the facet joints are the source of your pain. Once confirmed:
1. You'll lie comfortably on an exam table
2. The skin is cleaned and numbed
3. Using fluoroscopic guidance, a specialized needle is positioned near the target nerve
4. Radiofrequency energy is applied to create a controlled lesion
5. The procedure is repeated for each affected nerve level
The entire procedure typically takes 30-60 minutes.
Recovery and Results
- Same-day discharge: Most patients go home within an hour
- Initial soreness: Some temporary discomfort at the treatment site is normal
- Gradual improvement: Full benefits typically develop over 2-4 weeks
- Long-lasting relief: Pain relief commonly lasts 12-18 months
- Repeatable: The procedure can be repeated when nerves regenerate
Take the First Step
If you're ready to break free from the cycle of chronic mid-back pain, contact APSI Wellness today. Our team is here to help you reclaim your life.
APSI Wellness — Advanced Pain Solutions & Interventions
5405 DuPont Circle Suite A, Milford, OH 45150 | Phone: (513) 936-3050
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