Pulsed Radiofrequency for Cervicogenic Headache
Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Juan, Shi Dong-sheng, Wang Rui
Primary Institution: Department of Anesthesiology, Traditional Medicine Hospital, Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Hypothesis
Can pulsed radiofrequency treatment of the second cervical ganglion effectively relieve cervicogenic headache?
Conclusion
Pulsed radiofrequency treatment on the C2 ganglion resulted in 100% pain relief for two patients lasting six months.
Supporting Evidence
- Both patients reported 100% pain relief lasting for 6 months after treatment.
- The lateral puncture method used was found to be safer and more comfortable.
Takeaway
Doctors used a special technique to help two patients with neck-related headaches feel completely better for six months.
Methodology
Two patients underwent pulsed radiofrequency treatment after responding positively to nerve blocks.
Limitations
The study involved only two patients, indicating a need for further evaluation with larger samples.
Participant Demographics
One female aged 40 and one male aged 66, both with cervicogenic headache.
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