The Effect and Role of Steroids in Facet Joint Radiofrequency Denervation: a Narrative Review
Odonkor C, Shin B, Cohen S. The Effect and Role of Steroids in Facet Joint Radiofrequency Denervation: a Narrative Review. Current Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Reports 2017, 5: 180-185. DOI: 10.1007/s40141-017-0164-7.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchFacet joint radiofrequency denervationRadiofrequency denervationRole of steroidsLesion sizeRandomized placebo-controlled studyAvailable evidencePlacebo-controlled studyUse of steroidsCurrent available evidencePurpose of ReviewTherePain reliefDenervationSide effectsQualified studiesNarrative reviewTherapeutic valueSteroidsEvidence-based justificationNeuritisFurther studiesOngoing controversyPotential utilityCurrent bodyGeneral consensusPatients