Living with chronic pain can feel like an endless battle — one that affects your ability to work, sleep, and enjoy the activities you love. At Solutions Pain and Spine Doctors, Dr. Priscilla Agbenyefia and Dr. Jonathan Hall are dedicated to offering cutting-edge, minimally invasive procedures that go beyond conventional pain management. Two of the most powerful tools in our arsenal are Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) and Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) — advanced therapies that are helping patients reclaim their lives from chronic pain.
What Is Spinal Cord Stimulation?
Spinal Cord Stimulation is a proven, FDA-approved therapy that uses a small implanted device to deliver mild electrical pulses directly to the spinal cord. These pulses work by interrupting pain signals before they reach the brain, effectively reducing or eliminating the perception of pain. SCS is particularly effective for patients who have not found adequate relief through medications, physical therapy, or prior surgical interventions.
Before committing to the implant, patients undergo a trial period — a temporary placement of the stimulator leads — to evaluate how well the therapy works for their specific pain. This trial-first approach ensures that patients experience meaningful relief before moving forward with the permanent implant.
SCS is commonly used to treat:
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome: Persistent pain following one or more spinal surgeries.
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS): A chronic condition causing intense burning pain, often in the limbs.
- Peripheral Neuropathy: Nerve damage causing pain, tingling, or numbness in the hands and feet.
- Chronic Leg and Back Pain: Ongoing pain that has not responded to conservative treatments.
What Is Radiofrequency Ablation?
Radiofrequency Ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat generated by radio waves to disable specific nerve fibers that are transmitting pain signals. By precisely targeting these nerves, RFA can provide significant and long-lasting pain relief — often for months to years at a time.
At Solutions Pain and Spine Doctors, we offer several forms of radiofrequency ablation tailored to the location and source of your pain:
- Radiofrequency Ablation of Facet Joints: Targets the small joints along the spine responsible for neck and back pain.
- Genicular Nerve Ablation: Addresses chronic knee pain by disabling the nerves that signal pain from the knee joint.
- Occipital Nerve Ablation: Provides relief from chronic headaches and occipital neuralgia.
- Radiofrequency Ablation of Peripheral Nerves: Targets nerve pain in other areas of the body.
All procedures are performed under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance to ensure precision and maximize patient safety.
Are These Treatments Right for You?
Both Spinal Cord Stimulation and Radiofrequency Ablation are best suited for patients with chronic pain conditions that have not responded adequately to conservative care. Dr. Agbenyefia and Dr. Hall take a thorough, individualized approach to every patient — carefully reviewing your medical history, imaging studies, and prior treatments before recommending any procedure. Our goal is always to find the most effective, least invasive solution for your unique situation.
Take the Next Step Toward Pain Relief
You do not have to continue living in pain. If you are struggling with chronic back, neck, joint, or nerve pain, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our team at Solutions Pain and Spine Doctors. Dr. Agbenyefia and Dr. Hall are ready to evaluate your condition and discuss whether Spinal Cord Stimulation, Radiofrequency Ablation, or another advanced treatment may be the right path forward for you. Book your consultation online today and take the first step toward lasting relief.