Tired of living with that nagging neck or back pain that just won’t quit? Tried physical therapy, stretching, injections — and still waking up stiff, sore, or barely able to sit through a meeting?

It might be time to bring in the big guns: Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA). And no, it’s not as scary as it sounds — it’s actually one of the safest, most effective ways to hit pause on chronic pain.

🔍 What Is Radiofrequency Ablation?

Think of RFA as hitting the “mute” button on your pain.

This minimally invasive procedure uses heat generated by radio waves to “turn off” tiny nerves that are sending nonstop pain signals from your spine — usually from inflamed or arthritic facet joints in the neck or lower back.

No stitches. No general anesthesia. No hospital stay. Just targeted relief in under an hour, right here in our office on the Upper East Side.

✅ Am I a Good Candidate?

You might be a great fit for RFA if you experience any of the following:

  • Chronic neck or low back pain that’s lasted for months (or years)
  • Pain that starts near the spine and radiates to your shoulders, head, or hips
  • Temporary relief from medial branch blocks or facet joint injections
  • A diagnosis of facet joint arthritis or spinal degeneration
  • You’re ready for a more lasting solution and want to avoid surgery

If you’re Googling terms like spine specialist near me or neck pain doctor NYC, this might be your next step.

🎯 Benefits of RFA

  • Quick, outpatient procedure — minimal downtime
  • Often helps reduce or eliminate the need for pain meds
  • Relief can last 6 to 18 months (sometimes longer!)
  • Helps you avoid or delay major surgery
  • Covered by most insurance plans

Most patients say the same thing: “I wish I’d done this sooner.”

🩺 What Conditions Does RFA Treat?

  • Cervical facet pain (neck pain radiating to the head, traps, or shoulders)
  • Lumbar facet pain (low back pain worsened by standing or twisting)
  • Post-traumatic spine pain
  • Degenerative spine conditions such as spondylosis

If your MRI shows facet arthropathy, Modic changes, or degenerative disc disease, RFA could be your next move.

🏥 Why Choose UES Interventional Pain?

We specialize in minimally invasive pain relief. Every patient receives personalized care with real-time imaging and precision targeting to safely deactivate the nerves responsible for your pain.

If you’re searching for a trusted spine specialist or back pain doctor near me, you’re in the right place.

📞 Ready to Feel Better?

You don’t have to live with chronic pain.

Located on the Upper East Side, Manhattan

Call or text us today at 917-694-2212 or schedule online at https://practice.kareo.com/uespain

Don’t just manage your pain — treat it.