Treatment of Sciatica with Radiofrequency
Sciatica is not just a passing pain; it is a chronic ache that extends from the lower back to the leg, affecting your movement, sleep, and daily life, to the point where you find yourself unable to carry out even normal daily tasks. Many people think that surgery is the only solution, but the truth is that modern medicine and interventional radiology techniques have completely changed this concept.
Thanks to radiofrequency and interventional radiology techniques, it is now possible to treat sciatica with radiofrequency, without the need for hospitalization. In less than half an hour, you can return to your normal life, pain-free.
This is where Dr. Amr El-Sakka, a consultant in interventional radiology and one of the leading specialists in treating sciatica and back pain with radiofrequency, stands out. Dr. Amr is known for his precise expertise in identifying the nerves causing pain and controlling them with high accuracy, providing the patient with immediate relief and complete safety, without any surgical risks.
Sciatica Treatment with Radiofrequency
Unlike traditional surgical methods for treating sciatica, radiofrequency treatment (RFA) offers a non-surgical solution with impressive results. This procedure targets the pain that extends from the lower back to the lower limbs (sciatica), or numbness caused by inflammation of the lumbar nerve roots, which can result from a herniated disc or narrowing of the spinal canal.
What Does Radiofrequency Offer?
Radiofrequency is one of the latest and best methods for treating sciatica without surgery. It works by:
Targeting the Nerves: Delivering precise heat waves to the pain-transmitting nerve.
Blocking Pain Signals: The heat reduces nerve irritation and blocks the pain signals from traveling.
Pre-treatment Testing: To ensure the best results, the doctor first performs a simple diagnostic test known as a therapeutic injection or nerve block. If the patient experiences improvement, radiofrequency treatment will then be performed.
Duration of the Procedure and Expected Results
Procedure Duration: The intervention takes about 30 minutes.
Recovery and Effect: Pain relief can be felt within a few days to weeks after the procedure.
Pain Relief Duration: Most patients experience relief from pain for 6 to 12 months, and in some cases, it may last for years. (The procedure may need to be repeated, as nerves can regenerate).
Is Dr. Amr El-Sakka the Right Candidate for Sciatica Treatment with Radiofrequency?
Dr. Amr El-Sakka is one of the top specialists in treating back pain and sciatica with radiofrequency, a safe and effective technique, especially for patients whose conditions have not improved with medications, physical therapy, or traditional injections.
You may be a suitable candidate for this procedure with Dr. Amr El-Sakka if:
The pain has persisted for a long period (chronic pain).
The condition has not improved with medications or physical therapy.
Injections or nerve blocks have not provided satisfactory results.
Pain worsens with movement or in certain positions.
The pain extends to other parts of the body.
Dr. Amr El-Sakka, with a PhD in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology and a faculty member in the Interventional Radiology Department at the Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University, ensures a comprehensive evaluation before the procedure. This includes reviewing the medical history and performing precise imaging studies, such as CT scans or MRI, to determine the source of the pain and assess whether radiofrequency treatment is the most suitable, safe, and permanent solution.
If you are suffering from pain similar to sciatica or a herniated disc and are afraid of surgery, don’t hesitate to book a consultation with Dr. Amr El-Sakka, an interventional radiology consultant. He will carefully assess your condition and determine whether you are eligible for sciatica treatment with radiofrequency or if other suitable interventions are required.
Get in touch now and prepare to enjoy your day without pain… and without surgery.
- He holds a PhD in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology from the Faculty of Medicine - Al-Azhar University.
- Faculty member of Interventional Radiology, Faculty of Medicine and Al-Azhar University Hospitals
- Member of the Egyptian Society of Interventional Radiology (EgSIR)
