Dr. Vikram Patel Cryoanalgesics vs Radiofrequency

Dr. Patel discusses the advantages of using cryoanalgesia over radiofrequency ablation. He explains how cryoanalgesia leaves the nerve axon sheath undamaged, preventing the formation of a neuroma and deafferentation pain, which can occur with the use of radiofrequency heat lesioning. He lists the areas where cryoanalgesia has remarkable outcomes, including: the SI joint, occipital nerves, sciatic nerve (sensory), and genicular nerves. He also explains how it can be a much safer treatment option for the trigeminal ganglion than radiofrequency.