Facet Joint Pain clinical trials at UC Davis

1 research study open to eligible people

Radiofrequency Ablation: Treatment for Posterior Element Pain From Vertebral Compression Fractures
open to eligible people ages 18-90
The purpose of this study is to test the efficacy of radiofrequency ablation of the medial branch nerves (RFA-MBN) in relieving pain and improving physical function in patients with subacute and chronic vertebral compression fractures (VCF).
Davis, California

Our lead scientists for Facet Joint Pain research studies include David Copenhaver, MD.

Last updated: December 2022

Radiofrequency Ablation: Treatment for Posterior Element Pain From Vertebral Compression Fractures