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This study investigates whether different prognostic block selection criteria affect the success rates of cervical medial branch radiofrequency neurotomy (CMBRFN) in treating chronic neck pain.
Over 60% of patients experienced clinically significant improvements in pain and disability at 3 months following CMBRFN, regardless of which prognostic block criteria were used to select them. No significant differences in treatment success were found between different block paradigms, suggesting flexibility in patient selection strategies.
CMBRFN is an established treatment for chronic neck pain, but patient selection criteria vary widely, and their impact on outcomes is unclear. This study provides evidence that multiple prognostic block strategies can be effective in guiding eligibility for CMBRFN, which may simplify clinical decision-making and broaden access to treatment.
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