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Radiofrequency treatments for lumbar facet joint syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
Regional anesthesia and pain medicine·November 5, 2025·PMID 39481876
Why it mattersLumbar facet joint syndrome is a common source of chronic low back pain, and radiofrequency treatments are widely used despite controversial evidence. This analysis clarifies which modality may offer the best outcomes, aiding procedural selection.
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