Hello. I have had years of neck problems starting with a double fusion in 1982I have facet joint syndrome above and below the C 5-6, 6-7 fusion and have had several injections which originally helped but no longer stop the pain. A pain specialist has recommended a rhizotomy. I am having trouble finding someone to perform this procedure in my area. Does anyone know of a specialist in Atlanta or Savannah to recommend? I am ready to try it\\the procedure, even though some of the posts sound negative.

Happy New Year to one and all. Adlib

Hi

Welcome to NT

We're glad you found our site.

I've had years of neck pain too. Sometimes you will do anything to get help. I hope it works out for you. Just ask questions before you commit.

Best of luck with your injecitons. keep in touch and let us know what you decide.

(Broken Wings)

Broken Wings - I am taking my time, weighing all of the options. I went to a pain specialist in Baltimore who teaches at Johns Hopkins and he recommended the rhisotomy. Now, I just want to find the right person to do the procedure. I think that is important, too. Adlib

Hi Adlib, and welcome to NT. We're so glad you found us!

I know that there are some very knowledgeable people here, some who may have even been through this operation themselves. I will try to direct you to some forums where you can get some answers.

Spinal disorders:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum22.html

Chronic pain:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum10.html

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Great to see you have come to be with us. You will find a great number of caring, supporting members here willing to help each other as they can.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around.

Darlene