A facetectomy is a surgical procedure on the spine to remove one or both facet joints of a vertebra. Surgery aims to release pressure on a trapped nerve and reduce pain. Facets are bony protrusions ...
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How a facetectomy may help relieve pain
A facetectomy removes part of the vertebrae to relieve pain. The surgery is for people who have tried other treatments like physical therapy. It's not typically an option for uncomplicated arthritis ...
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