did u ever end up recieving the rhizotomy? i just got mine today and the number one thing you must remember is reading "horror stories" on the internet doesnt help. i read stuff and was so scared and the needles werent nearly as bad as people said they were. all i know if you recieved the joint block injections and they worked, i wouldnt back out on this. i am in alot of pain and discomfort right now, but it takes 4 to 6 weeks to fully work and give you the best benifits. plus you have to see a very skilled dr. my dr is truly wonderful. i didnt think twice about having the procedure done because i knew i had no other choices right now. im 30, was diagnosed with RA and lupus a year and a half ago and needed the relief to take care of my child. if you didnt recieve this yet, you should reconsider it.