If you’ve been living with chronic pain that won’t go away—despite physical therapy, medications, or injections—it may be time to consider a more targeted solution. Nerve ablation, also known as radiofrequency ablation (RFA), is a proven, minimally invasive treatment that’s helping patients across Snellville and surrounding areas finally find long-lasting relief.
Nerve ablation works by disrupting the pain signals sent from specific overactive nerves to your brain. By using gentle heat (radiofrequency) or cold (cryoablation), the affected nerve is temporarily deactivated—stopping the pain at its source without damaging nearby structures.
Nerve ablation is a highly effective, minimally invasive procedure used to treat chronic pain by targeting the exact nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals to the brain. At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine in Snellville, we offer two types of this advanced therapy:
Both methods work to temporarily deactivate overactive sensory nerves, stopping them from sending pain messages—without affecting strength or movement.
Over time, injury, arthritis, or degenerative conditions can cause certain nerves to become hypersensitive. These nerves keep firing pain signals, even when the original source of injury or inflammation has healed.
Nerve ablation "silences" these pain pathways by delivering energy (heat or cold) through a small probe placed next to the affected nerve. Once treated, the nerve stops sending pain signals, allowing the surrounding area to heal and the patient to move more freely—often without medications or surgery.
At our Snellville clinic, nerve ablation is performed with real-time imaging, such as fluoroscopy (live X-ray) or ultrasound, to ensure:
This level of precision is essential for achieving optimal outcomes and avoiding unnecessary damage to nearby tissues.
Facet joints are small stabilizing joints in your spine. Over time, they can become arthritic and inflamed, leading to persistent pain in the lower back or neck. When this occurs, the small medial branch nerves that supply these joints become pain generators.
Nerve ablation can precisely target and deactivate these nerves, relieving pain and restoring mobility without spine surgery.
The SI joint connects your lower spine to your pelvis and can become a major source of low back or buttock pain. If SI joint injections bring temporary relief, nerve ablation offers a longer-term solution by disabling the sensory nerves around the joint.
Even after surgery, some patients continue to suffer from nerve-based pain due to scar tissue, inflammation, or unresolved nerve damage. This condition is known as Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS).
Nerve ablation can help these patients avoid further surgery by targeting the nerves that continue to send pain signals.
Chronic joint pain caused by arthritis doesn’t always require joint replacement. By ablating the nerves around the knee (genicular nerves), hip (obturator and femoral nerves), or shoulder (suprascapular nerve), we can dramatically reduce pain and help you stay active—without invasive surgery.
Peripheral nerves that become irritated or damaged—often from diabetes, injuries, or inflammation—can cause burning, tingling, or shooting pain in the arms, legs, hands, or feet. In select cases, nerve ablation can be used to target specific peripheral nerves for meaningful relief.
As spinal discs wear down and spaces in the spine narrow, nerves can become compressed—leading to chronic pain. While ablation doesn’t fix structural issues, it helps manage the nerve pain associated with these conditions, making daily movement more manageable and comfortable.
Before performing nerve ablation, we first confirm the exact pain source by using a diagnostic nerve block. This involves a small injection of numbing medication near the suspected nerve.
At Medici’s Snellville clinic, every patient is thoroughly evaluated before nerve ablation is recommended. Your evaluation includes:
Unlike medications that simply mask pain or physical therapy that may not address nerve irritation, nerve ablation gets to the root of the problem. It deactivates the small sensory nerves responsible for transmitting chronic pain signals—interrupting the cycle of discomfort at its origin.
Nerve ablation is an outpatient procedure with no incisions, no general anesthesia, and no hospital stay. Most patients enjoy 6 to 12 months of relief, and many go even longer before needing additional treatment. For patients hoping to delay or avoid surgery altogether, this is a game-changing option.
Chronic pain often leads to chronic medication use. Nerve ablation can help reduce or even eliminate the need for:
Fewer medications mean fewer side effects—and a clearer path to recovery.
When pain is under control, everything else improves. Patients treated with nerve ablation often report:
Whether it’s walking the dog, picking up grandkids, or getting back to your favorite activities—nerve ablation can help you reclaim what pain has taken away.
Because the sensory nerves regenerate slowly over time, pain can return—but the procedure is safe to repeat if that happens. This makes nerve ablation a reliable long-term strategy for managing stubborn pain.
Nerve ablation is a low-risk procedure performed under local anesthesia, with or without mild sedation. Side effects are rare and usually limited to mild soreness at the treatment site. With expert image-guided precision, our team ensures a high safety profile and excellent outcomes.
If chronic pain has been holding you back, you deserve a solution that actually works—and lasts. Nerve ablation can help you move better, live better, and reduce your dependence on daily medications. It’s a safe, outpatient procedure that targets pain at its source, giving you the freedom to do more with less discomfort.
At Medici Orthopaedics & Spine in Snellville, our team is committed to restoring your quality of life with expert, minimally invasive care. We take the time to listen, evaluate your unique condition, and build a personalized plan that fits your goals—not just your symptoms.
Whether your pain stems from the spine, joints, or nerves, we’re here to help you get back to the life you love—without constant pain holding you down.
Contact Medici Orthopaedics & Spine in Snellville today to find out if nerve ablation is right for your chronic pain.
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2220 Wisteria Dr, Unit 101
Snellville, GA 30078
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