Facet Joint Injections

A facet joint is often advised when experiencing any of the following symptoms:

• Pain in the lower back
• Pain in the buttocks and upper legs
• Pain in the back of the head, upper back and shoulders
• Stiffness
• Decreased mobility
• Grinding/grating feeling

A facet injection can also be used to diagnose or treat conditions such as:

• Spinal arthritis
• Herniated disc
• Sciatica
• Spinal stenosis
• Spondylolysis

Whilst lying on your stomach, the consultant will inject a local anaesthetic into the area of the skin surrounding the injection site. This will numb the lower back in preparation for the steroid injection. Guided by live x-ray images (fluoroscopy), enhanced by a contrast/dye injected into the back, the consultant will be able to identify the source of pain. You will then feel some pressure as the consultant injects the steroid solution into the painful facet joint. The steroid will reduce swelling, inflammation and relieve pain in the short term, enabling the process of physiotherapy to build strength for more long-term improvement.

The procedure usually takes less than 30 to 45 minutes, depending on how many joints are being treated.

Guide price: £1,050

**Guide prices may vary following consultation

Expected length of stay: Day case procedure

Our Enquiries Team are here to help. To speak to a member of the team about a procedure, simply use one of the contact methods below:

• Complete the online contact form here
• Email our Enquiries Team on enquiries@osdhealthcare.co.uk
• Call our Enquiries Team on 01442 331 900