Discover how this advanced treatment can help you live pain-free without surgery or daily medications

Chronic pain doesn’t just slow you down—it steals time, limits your lifestyle, and affects your quality of life. If you’ve tried physical therapy, medications, or even injections without long-term success, Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) may be the breakthrough solution you’ve been searching for.

At Cedar Rapids Pain Associates, we specialize in minimally invasive treatments that deliver lasting relief—without the need for major surgery. One of the most effective procedures we offer is Radiofrequency Ablation, a highly targeted treatment designed to “turn off” pain at its source.

🔎 What Is Radiofrequency Ablation?

Radiofrequency Ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat generated by radio waves to disrupt pain signals coming from specific nerves. The procedure targets the nerves responsible for chronic pain—commonly in the lower back, neck, or joints—and disables them for long-term relief.

This treatment is most often recommended for:

• Chronic low back or neck pain
• Arthritic joint pain (including sacroiliac joints, knee joints, and facet joints)
• Persistent pain after spinal surgery
• Degenerative disc disease or spinal arthritis

✅ Benefits of Radiofrequency Ablation

• Long-lasting pain relief (typically 6–12 months or more)
• Minimally invasive with no surgical incision
• Quick recovery time (often returning to normal activities within 24–48 hours)
• Reduces the need for opioids or daily pain medications
• Improves function and quality of life

Many of our patients report a significant decrease in pain and increased mobility following RFA—especially after trying other treatments without success.

🧪 What to Expect During the Procedure

The RFA procedure is performed right here at our clinic. After applying local anesthesia, we use X-ray guidance to place a specialized probe next to the affected nerve. Once confirmed, the probe delivers radiofrequency energy to safely heat and disable the nerve’s ability to transmit pain signals.

The entire process takes 15 to 30 minutes, and you’ll go home the same day.

👨‍⚕️ Is RFA Right for You?

Before RFA, we often conduct a diagnostic nerve block to ensure the targeted nerve is the source of your pain. If the block provides temporary relief, you’re likely a strong candidate for Radiofrequency Ablation.

RFA is covered by most insurance plans and is ideal for patients looking to avoid long-term medication use or surgery.

📞 Ready to Live with Less Pain?

If chronic pain has been holding you back, Radiofrequency Ablation may be the key to getting your life back—without relying on pills or procedures that don’t work.

📍 Call Cedar Rapids Pain Associates today at (319) 294-0094 or request an appointment online at www.crpainfree.com to find out if you’re a candidate for RFA.

Let’s take the next step toward a pain-free life—together.

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