Description

A "C-arm x-ray guided pain management" refers to a medical procedure where a healthcare professional uses a C-arm fluoroscopy machine to visualize the targeted area within a patient's body in real-time, allowing for precise needle placement to deliver pain-relieving medications directly to the source of pain, like joints or spinal nerves, with the aid of live X-ray imaging during the procedure. Key points about C-arm guided pain management: Imaging technology: A C-arm is a mobile X-ray device shaped like a "C" that provides continuous fluoroscopic imaging, allowing the doctor to see the needle's position as it is inserted. Procedure applications: This technique is commonly used for procedures like spinal injections (facet joint injections, epidurals), joint injections (shoulder, knee, hip), nerve blocks, and radiofrequency ablation (RF ablation) for chronic pain relief. Benefits: Precision: Real-time imaging enables accurate needle placement, minimizing the risk of unintended tissue damage. Minimally invasive: Smaller needles can be used due to precise guidance, leading to less patient discomfort. Diagnostic value: Allows for confirmation of needle placement within the targeted area before injecting medication.