Pain radio frequency denervation

jo46
jo46 Online Community Member Posts: 19 Connected
Hi can any body on here please tell me if there had the procedure of radio frequency denervation in lower back following a lumbar medical branch block test 

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  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,922 Championing
    Hi @jo46. Thanks for reaching out to us.

    I haven't had this procedure. I hope someone who has had this procedure will be able to respond to you soon. 

    In the meantime, is there a particular reason you are interested in hearing about this? Just wondering how we can support you the most effectively  :)
  • jo46
    jo46 Online Community Member Posts: 19 Connected
    Hi there thank you well it what I have been told will help I had medical branch block test which was positive but unfortunately the  anaestic  went into my nerve so was a very scary time and had left me bit traumatised was just looking for some reassurance x 
  • Alex_Alumni
    Alex_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,538 Championing
    Hello there @jo46 thanks for explaining what happened, it does sound like a scary time. How are things now?

    I'm afraid I haven't gone through anything similar, but were you offered any support with the recovery from your lumbar medical branch block test?

    Have you been able to speak to anyone, like your GP, about the impact this has had on your mental health?
  • jo46
    jo46 Online Community Member Posts: 19 Connected
    No I haven’t I have the doc ring me tomorrow the consultant did ring me Monday as I think there were worried but I find it hard for any body really to listen take it in what your saying xx 
  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,922 Championing
    How did the phonecall with the doctor go for you @jo46? Only if you wish to share more with us about this, of course. 

    It is really important that you feel listened to. We are all here for you and listening to you if you would like to share more with us  :)
  • jo46
    jo46 Online Community Member Posts: 19 Connected
    Not even had phone call yet hun Tuesday he ringing that’s a week later 🙈 just feel like no body really takes you seriously x 
  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,922 Championing
    Oh no, sorry @jo46! Should have known better than think you would receive a call that quickly. 

    Hopefully, your doctor will at least listen to you. You deserve to be taken seriously and receive what you need  <3
  • Sinkingship
    Sinkingship Online Community Member Posts: 3 Listener
    jo46 said:
    Hi can any body on here please tell me if there had the procedure of radio frequency denervation in lower back following a lumbar medical branch block test 
    Hello 
    I think you meant to say 'Medial' BB test ?  Maybe that will be better for others to help you with the question . TC ok