The IonicRF Generator is a radiofrequency ablation device that uses heat to target specific nerves and block pain signals from reaching the brain.
The new device is the first Abbott-developed radiofrequency ablation device and is currently approved in
'Every patient is different and the source of their pain is unique, making it extremely important to have multiple options available, so treatment can be tailored to individual circumstances,' said
Radiofrequency ablation uses an electric current to heat up a small area of nerve tissue to stop it from sending pain signals.1 Studies have shown that pain relief following a single radiofrequency ablation treatment can last from six to 12 months.2 Low back pain is among the most common medical complaints worldwide-and facet joint syndrome, often treated by radiofrequency ablation therapy, is estimated to account for 15% of these complaints.3 Radiofrequency ablation has been used to treat pain, such as low back pain and Sacroiliac joint (buttocks) pain, that failed to resolve with conservative treatments, such as physical therapy, injections or medication.
'Most people who are candidates for radiofrequency ablation have tried other therapies, such as medications and injections, with limited success. As a result, they are now seeking an alternative solution that does not require surgery or the use of opioid medication,' said
About Abbott's Chronic Pain Portfolio
Chronic pain can negatively impact personal relationships, work productivity and a person's daily routine. Abbott is a global leader in the development of chronic pain therapy solutions, offering radiofrequency therapy and spinal cord stimulation therapy solutions, including radiofrequency ablation generators and accessories, BurstDR stimulation, and dorsal root ganglion stimulation in the portfolio of chronic pain treatments.
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