Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) in Patna
Advanced thermal and pulsed neurotomy providing 12 to 24 months of sustained relief for chronic facet back pain, neck pain, sacroiliac arthritis, knee osteoarthritis & trigeminal neuralgia.
Long-Term Non-Surgical Relief for Chronic Joint & Nerve Pain
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA), also termed Radiofrequency Neurotomy or Rhizotomy, is a sophisticated daycare interventional procedure that uses heat energy or pulsed electrical fields to safely interrupt pain signals traveling from arthritic joints and damaged nerves to the brain.
Under live C-Arm Fluoroscopic X-Ray imaging, a specialized insulated micro-cannula is guided to the precise sensory nerve responsible for transmitting pain (e.g., the medial branch nerves for spine facet joints, lateral branches for the SI joint, or genicular nerves for knee arthritis).
Before delivering therapy, Dr. Shrutika Bhagat conducts precision sensory and motor stimulation testing to ensure 100% motor safety. The targeted sensory nerve is then deactivated, delivering 12 to 24+ months of sustained, drug-free pain relief without open surgery or implants.
Key Clinical Facts
Significantly longer relief than standard temporary injections.
Electronic testing ensures zero motor or muscle impairment.
No stitches, no incisions; walk home within 1 hour.
Conditions Successfully Treated with RFA
Targeted therapeutic applications of thermal and pulsed radiofrequency neurotomy.
Lower Back
Lumbar Facet Joint Neurotomy
Thermal ablation of the medial branch nerves for chronic lower back pain that worsens with backward bending, twisting, or prolonged standing.
- ✓ Eliminates spinal facet arthritis pain
- ✓ 12 to 24 months of sustained mobility
Neck & Head
Cervical Facet & Headache RFA
Ablation of cervical medial branches and third occipital nerve (TON) for chronic neck stiffness, whiplash, and cervicogenic headaches originating from the upper neck.
- ✓ Stops neck-triggered headaches
- ✓ Restores smooth neck rotation
Pelvis & Buttock
Sacroiliac (SI) Lateral Branch RFA
C-Arm cooled or thermal denervation of the L5 dorsal ramus and S1-S3 lateral branch sensory nerves for persistent buttock, groin, and pelvic pain caused by SI joint arthritis.
- ✓ Relief from deep buttock & transition pain
- ✓ Avoids major pelvic fusion surgery
Knee Arthritis
Knee Genicular Nerve RFA
Ablation of the superior medial, superior lateral, and inferior medial genicular nerves for chronic knee osteoarthritis in elderly patients or those unfit for total knee replacement surgery.
- ✓ Non-surgical alternative to knee replacement
- ✓ Dramatically improves walking ability
Facial Pain
Trigeminal Ganglion (Gasserian) RFA
Percutaneous Hartel approach through the foramen ovale to deliver thermal or pulsed radiofrequency lesioning to the Gasserian ganglion for severe electric shock facial pain.
- ✓ Stops unbearable electric facial attacks
- ✓ Daycare procedure with zero open brain surgery
Neuropathic Pain
DRG Pulsed RFA for Neuropathy
Non-thermal pulsed electromagnetic fields (42°C) applied to spinal dorsal root ganglions to soothe hyperactive nerve pain in chronic sciatica, post-herpetic neuralgia, and CRPS.
- ✓ Non-destructive neuromodulation
- ✓ Resets hyper-sensitized spinal pathways
Our Proven 2-Stage Protocol for RFA
We never guess. Every candidate undergoes a diagnostic prognostic test block before therapeutic ablation.
Diagnostic Test Block (MBB)
A tiny amount of local anesthetic is injected over the target sensory nerve under live C-Arm guidance. If you experience 70% to 80%+ immediate pain reduction during functional movement, it confirms the nerve as the exact pain generator, guaranteeing a successful RFA outcome.
Therapeutic Radiofrequency (RFA)
With the pain source confirmed, therapeutic radiofrequency current is applied for 90 seconds per nerve. The sensory nerve is deactivated, blocking pain transmission while motor nerves remain completely untouched, providing 1 to 2 years of lasting relief.
What to Expect During Your RFA Procedure
A seamless, painless daycare procedure performed under sterile operation theatre conditions.
Local Numbing & Prep
The patient is comfortably positioned. The target skin area is thoroughly numbed with a mild local anesthetic.
C-Arm Cannula Placement
Under live C-Arm fluoroscopic guidance, the specialized radiofrequency micro-needle is positioned against the target nerve.
Electrical Safety Testing
Sensory & motor stimulation checks confirm perfect proximity to sensory pain fibers with zero motor nerve involvement.
Ablation & Same-Day Discharge
Ablation is completed in 90 seconds. The patient rests for 30 minutes in recovery and walks home comfortably.
Dr. Shrutika Bhagat
MBBS, MD, FIRA, FIAPM | Interventional Pain & Spine Endoscopy
Dr. Shrutika Bhagat brings advanced fellowship qualifications in interventional pain medicine and radiofrequency neuromodulation. Having trained at premier orthopaedic centers across India (including Ganga Hospital Coimbatore and Cheers Hospital Ahmedabad), she has performed thousands of successful C-Arm guided radiofrequency ablations for facet arthritis, chronic neck pain, sacroiliac dysfunction, knee osteoarthritis, and trigeminal neuralgia in Patna.
Radiofrequency Ablation FAQs
Clear answers regarding RFA longevity, safety, nerve recovery, and post-procedure care.
Gain 12 to 24 Months of Freedom from Chronic Pain
Consult Dr. Shrutika Bhagat in Patna for precision C-Arm guided Radiofrequency Ablation and personalized joint care.