Long-Term Relief for Chronic Low Back Pain
Chronic low back pain often comes from small joints in the spine called facet joints. When these joints become arthritic or unstable, they can cause persistent pain that doesn’t respond to injections or therapy.
Facet joint fusion offers a minimally invasive, long-lasting solution by stabilizing the painful joint.
We utilize advanced minimally invasive technology developed by Aurora Spine, designed specifically to treat facet-mediated back pain with less tissue disruption and faster recovery.
How it works
Through a small incision, a specialized implant is placed to stabilize the painful facet joint. By limiting abnormal motion, the procedure:
- Reduces inflammation
- Prevents painful joint movement
- Promotes natural fusion over time
- Provides durable pain relief
What to expect
- Outpatient procedure
- Small incision
- Minimal muscle disruption
- Short recovery time
- Many patients return to light activity within days
Who is a candidate?
You may be a good fit if you:
- Have chronic low back pain lasting 6+ months
- Received temporary relief from facet joint injections or medial branch blocks
- Have failed conservative treatments (PT, medications, injections)
- Want to avoid open spine surgery
Benefits
- Minimally invasive
- Faster recovery than traditional fusion surgery
- Small scar
- Long-term stabilization
- Reduced need for repeated injections
Our approach
At Integrative Pain and Spine, we carefully evaluate each patient using imaging, diagnostic injections, and a comprehensive exam to ensure the procedure is the right solution for your specific pain source.
If back pain keeps coming back despite treatments, facet joint fusion may provide lasting relief. Schedule a consultation to learn more.