Viewpoints on Joints and Psuedo-Joints with a Focus on Radiofrequency Ablations-Session Presentation

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Video Summary

In this video, the presenters discuss the anatomy of lumbar joints and pseudo-joints, as well as the challenges of differentiating between pain originating from these joints. They also provide information on treatment options for facet-mediated pain, headaches, and low back pain. Dr. Amit Nagpal explains how radiofrequency ablations can help manage facet-mediated pain. Dr. Rivers discusses the challenges faced with current radiofrequency techniques and the importance of understanding embryology. Dr. Matt Smook emphasizes the need for understanding the anatomy and relationships of the suboccipital joints in order to effectively deliver treatment and avoid complications. The presenters provide criteria for diagnosing cervicogenic headaches and emphasize the need to consider lumbar joints and pseudo-joints in cases of neck pain and headache. They also discuss the prevalence of lumbosacral transitional vertebrae and its association with low back pain. The speaker mentions different treatment options such as injections and radiofrequency ablation and provides information on physical exam tests that can help distinguish between different joints in the cervical and lumbar spine.

Keywords

anatomy

lumbar joints

pseudo-joints

pain differentiation

facet-mediated pain

headaches

low back pain

radiofrequency ablations

embryology

suboccipital joints

cervicogenic headaches

lumbosacral transitional vertebrae