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How Does Facet Joint Pain Develop?<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Facet joint pain, also known as facet syndrome, is a common condition in middle-aged and older adults. It typically causes a dull, pulling pain in the lower back, which may become sharp during certain movements.<\/p>\n

The fetal position often provides temporary relief, but symptoms usually return. Pain may also occur after increased physical activity, at night, or following prolonged sitting\u2014often accompanied by a feeling of stiffness, as if the back, lower back, or hips need to \u201cloosen up.\u201d<\/p>\n

Facet joint pain rarely occurs in isolation; it usually indicates a broader biomechanical dysfunction of the spine.<\/p>\n

In the cervical spine, similar dysfunction can develop due to poor posture, chronic overuse (e.g., dentists, desk workers), or injury.<\/p>\n

How Can it be Treated?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Physiotherapy<\/a> is recommended as a first step, although in long-standing cases it often does not provide lasting relief.<\/p>\n

Regenerative therapies, such as stem cell<\/a> or PRP (platelet-rich plasma) treatment<\/a>, can be effective in managing facet joint disease. Numerous studies support the effectiveness of PRP<\/a> and prolotherapy<\/a>. These treatments stimulate the body\u2019s natural healing processes, promoting tissue regeneration and addressing the underlying cause\u2014spinal instability.<\/p>\n

Radiofrequency treatment can also be used to interrupt the nerve supply of the facet joints, significantly reducing pain\u00b9,\u00b2.<\/p>\n

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Source<\/em>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Lee CH, Chung CK, Kim CH. The efficacy of conventional radiofrequency denervation in patients with chronic low back pain originating from the facet joints: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Spine J [Internet]. 2017;17(11):1770\u201380. Available from: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.spinee.2017.05.006<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Falco FJE, Manchikanti L, Datta S, Wargo BW, Geffert S, Bryce DA, et al. Systematic review of the therapeutic effectiveness of cervical facet joint interventions: An update. Pain Physician. 2012;15(6):909\u201354.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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