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Spine Institute
Glendale Adventist Medical Center
1500 E. Chevy Chase Drive, Suite 401B
Glendale, CA 91206
Ph: (818) 863-4444






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Spine - Cervical
Spine - General
Spine - Lumbar
Spine - Thoracic

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I'm planning to have a radiofrequency procedure on my spine. What are the chances something can go wrong?

Radiofrequency (RF) has a low rate (1%) of post-operative complications. A local anesthesia is used so there are fewer overall risks. Most patients have a good result with immediate relief from their chronic low back pain.

When problems do occur, it may be only temporary. The patient may have pain, numbness, or a burning sensation. These symptoms can affect the back, buttocks, and leg on one side. More rarely, muscle weakness can occur.

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