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Facet Joint Injections in Washington

Struggling with Facet Joint pain that limits your movement? Our Facet Joint Injections in Washington offer targeted, non-surgical relief to reduce inflammation and restore mobility.

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What Are Facet Joint Injections?

A facet joint injection is a minimally invasive procedure where a pain specialist injects a local anesthetic (often combined with anti-inflammatory steroid medication) directly into the small spinal joints between your vertebrae, called facet joint.

This treatment helps reduce both pain and inflammation in the joints and surrounding tissues. Also known as intra-articular facet joint injections, zygapophysial joint injections, or simply facet injections, this method is commonly used for diagnosing and managing spinal joint pain.

At WaPASS, our pain management specialists excel in performing facet joint injections as part of our non-surgical treatment options. Using advanced imaging guidance for precision, we customize each procedure to your specific condition—whether caused by arthritis, injury, or everyday wear and tear. Our goal is to deliver lasting pain relief and help you move more freely.

When and Why Should You Consider Facet Joint Injections?

As a pain management clinic at Washington, we understand how debilitating chronic spine-related pain can be—especially when it interferes with your daily life, sleep, and mobility. That’s why we offer Facet Joint Injections as a targeted, non-surgical pain relief option that helps to diagnose and relieve pain caused by inflammation or irritated facet joints.

If you’re experiencing persistent discomfort, consider the following:

  • Do you have ongoing neck, mid-back, or lower back pain that doesn’t improve with rest or medications?
  • Does your pain get worse when you move – especially when bending, twisting, or standing up?
  • Have you been told you have facet joint arthritis, facet syndrome, or spinal osteoarthritis?
  • Do you feel stiff or notice it’s harder to move your spine like you used to?
  • Would a precise diagnostic test help confirm whether your facet joints are causing your pain?
  • Are you looking for a non-surgical treatment option before considering more invasive procedures?

If you answered “yes” to any of these, facet joint injections might be right for you. In some cases, Medial Branch Block Injections may also be recommended to help diagnose or complement the treatment, depending on your specific pain pattern.

When and Why Should You Consider Facet Joint Injections

Pain Conditions We Treat with Facet Joint Injections

We offer Facet Joint Injections in Washington to treat a variety of spine-related pain conditions, including:

Chronic Neck and Back Pain

Our Facet Joint Injections provide non-surgical relief by targeting inflamed or degenerated spinal joints, helping you move more comfortably.

Facet Joint Syndrome

When your spine’s facet joints become inflamed or damaged, the result can be chronic pain. Our injection therapy delivers medication directly to the problem area, reducing inflammation at its source.

Spinal Osteoarthritis (Spondylosis)

Facet Joint Injections offer a minimally invasive pain relief to reduce discomfort and improve flexibility for patients with spinal arthritis.

Post-Traumatic Spine Pain

Past injuries still causing discomfort? Our non-surgical injection therapy focuses on healing damaged facet joints, providing lasting relief from trauma-related spinal pain.

Degenerative Disc Disease

When disc degeneration stresses nearby joints, our Facet Joint Injections help by easing pressure on affected facet joints – a surgical alternative for effective pain management.

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How the Facet Joint Injection Procedure Works

How the Facet Joint Injection Procedure Works

At WaPASS, we specialize in Facet Joint Injections – a safe, minimally invasive treatment that targets pain at its source. This quick procedure helps calm inflammation and block pain signals from irritated spinal joints. Here’s what to expect during your visit:

  • You’ll lie comfortably on your stomach while we clean and numb the treatment area. The local anesthetic ensures you feel little to no discomfort during the procedure.
  • Using live X-ray imaging (fluoroscopy), your doctor pinpoints the exact facet joint causing your pain. This high-tech guidance ensures your injection goes exactly where it’s needed.
  • We use a thin needle to deliver a special mix of numbing medicine and anti-inflammatory steroid directly into the problem joint. This combination starts working fast to quiet pain signals and reduce swelling which makes it a highly effective injection therapy procedure for spine-related pain without surgical intervention.
  • We’ll monitor you for a short while after the procedure. Many patients notice some relief right away, which helps confirm we’ve targeted the correct spot.
  • Since this is an outpatient procedure with no surgery required, you’ll go home the same day. Most people feel significantly better within a few days, moving more easily with less pain.

Our Post-Treatment Care for Faster Recovery

After the injection, we provide a detailed instruction on the activity restrictions and you will gradually return to your normal routines. We instruct the ice pack for temporary soreness and follow-up check to monitor pain relief progress. If needed, we recommend additional therapy for sustained recovery. At our pain management center, your safety and recovery are our top priorities. Our team will support you through every step of your healing process.

What Makes Us the Best Choice for Facet Joint Injections?

At WaPASS, we deliver personalized pain relief designed around your unique needs. Here’s what sets our Facet Joint Injections apart:

  • Expertise You Can Trust

    Pain specialists have performed thousands of successful Facet Joint Injections using the most advanced techniques available today.

  • Patient-Centric Approach

    From your first consultation to post-treatment follow-ups, we prioritize your comfort and goals.

  • Non-Surgical Pain Relief

    If you’re looking to avoid surgery, Facet Joint Injections offer a powerful alternative and we experts on minimally invasive methods that support long-term mobility and pain reduction.

  • Comprehensive Care & Follow-Up

    Pain management doesn’t end with one injection. We offer consistent follow-up, therapy coordination, and progress reviews to ensure your recovery journey continues smoothly.

  • Trusted by the Community

    Patients across Washington and surrounding areas choose WaPASS for our transparent communication, trusted care, and long-term results with Facet Joint Injections.
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Frequently Asked Question

Most patients feel only a slight pinch from the needle. We use local anesthesia to keep you comfortable during the injection, and the procedure is usually very well tolerated.

Pain relief differs from person to person. Some patients feel pain relief within hours, especially from the local anesthetic. For others, it may take a few days for the steroid medication to reduce inflammation and provide lasting relief.

Yes. When performed by experienced specialists like ours, facet joint injections are considered a safe and low-risk procedure with minimal side effects.

If you have chronic back or neck pain that hasn’t improved with medications or therapy, facet joint injections may help. A consultation with our specialists can help confirm this.

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