Principles of the Radiofrequency in Treatment of Chronic Pain
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Aug 9, 2013
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Abstract
Chronic pain is a frequent condition in general population. Treatment includes pharmacological and non-pharmacological techniques. Despite this, many people suffer pain on a daily basis. Development in the field of electricity and magnetic and electric waveforms allow their use in medicine. When applied to the tissue, radiofrequency alters the molecular structure of cells. This can alter the function of pain conducing nerve fibers. The following review is about the origins of radiofrequency and its current application in chronic pain treatment.
Keywords
dolor, dolor de espalda, dolor crónico, radiofrecuencia, Pain, low back pain, chronic pain, radiofrequency,
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5. Bridges D, Thomson SWN, Rice ACS. Mechanisms of neurophatic pain. Br Anaesth. 2010;87:12-26.
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15. Ferrante MF, King LF, Roche EA, Kim PS, Aranda M, DeLaney LR, et al. Radiofrequency sacroiliac joint denervation for sacroiliac syndrome. Reg Anesth Pain Med. 2001;26(2):137-42.
How to Cite
Acevedo González, J. C., & Gómez, Édgar A. (2013). Principles of the Radiofrequency in Treatment of Chronic Pain. Universitas Medica, 55(4), 435–447. https://doi.org/10.11144/Javeriana.umed55-4.pbfr
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