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Facet Joint Injections in Bakersfield & Newport Beach

With modern medical treatments, living with pain does not need to be a part of your daily life. In addition to a wide range of treatments for the spine and joints, Paragon Health Group offers patients facet joint injections in Newport Beach and Bakersfield. For both diagnosis and treatment, we can use facet joint injections to start our patients on the path toward life-changing relief from pain and other symptoms.

What Are Facet Joints?

Facet joints, also known as zygapophyseal joints, are small joints located on the posterior (back side) aspect of the spine that help to provide stability and flexibility. They are most commonly found in the cervical spine (neck), thoracic spine (mid-back), and lumbar spine (low back). While many people will not need to ever worry about these joints, for many other patients, they can be a source of chronic pain and concern.

What Conditions Can Facet Joint Injections Treat?

At Paragon Health Group, we offer facet joint injections to treat neck, mid-back, or low back pain caused by arthritis, disc herniations, or facet syndrome. Facet injections can also be used to help provide relief from the source of your pain, but they can also be used to diagnose the exact condition your are dealing with. Once we know what your condition is and what causes your pain, we can then determine which treatments will be most effective in relieving it.

Benefits of Injections for Facet Joint Pain

Facet injections provide a number of benefits for patients suffering from chronic conditions, including:

Being a minimally invasive procedure with no need for anesthesia or sedation
Providing reduced inflammation and pain in the facet joint area
Delivering an improved range of motion and mobility
Allowing a quick recovery time with minimal side effects
Effectively diagnosing the source of your symptoms
Quick treatment sessions for any schedule

Signs Facet Joint Injections Are Right for You

If you are experiencing chronic neck, mid-back, or low back pain caused by arthritis, disc herniations, or facet syndrome, facet injections may be right for you. However, it is important to have a thorough consultation with your physician before starting any treatment plan so they can properly assess your condition and discuss the benefits of this treatment option with you. For many patients, facet joint injections can mark the start of a life where they overcome their pain and see marked drastic improvements.

What Is the Treatment Like?

At Paragon Health Group, we offer facet joint injections in both our Bakersfield and Newport Beach locations. During the procedure, a numbing agent may be injected into the targeted area to help alleviate any discomfort during treatment. The entire session typically lasts between 30-60 minutes, allowing for easy scheduling without interfering with daily life.

The injection contains an anti-inflammatory steroid medication that will reduce inflammation once it reaches the affected area and takes effect. Afterward, you may experience some soreness at the site of injection, which should improve within a few days without returning.

Is There a Recovery?

Most people experience a quick recovery from facet joint injections and can return to their normal activities within 24-48 hours. In many cases, there is virtually no downtime, as the procedure requires no invasive techniques beyond the injections themselves. During your time after a treatment session, it is important to avoid strenuous activity and follow any instructions given by your physician. Your doctor may also recommend physical therapy or other treatments to help improve mobility in the affected area while you have relief from the injections, allowing for increased activity.

What Results Can I Expect?

The effects of this type of treatment typically last for up to three months before they begin to fade as your body absorbs the medication. With repeated treatments or when combined with other therapies, the effects may last longer, and your doctor may recommend alternative treatments if needed. However, each patient responds different to treatment, so results may vary.

Schedule Your Visit Today

If you are interested in learning more about facet joint injections, we invite you to reach out to Paragon Health Group today to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced specialists. Our team of professionals will work with you to develop the best treatment plan for your individual needs. Our goal is for every one of our patients to achieve a sense of comfort that gives them control back over their lives. Call our office or use our online form to set up your initial visit to a Paragon Health Group office in Newport Beach or Bakersfield.