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How do you diagnose bilateral facet arthropathy?
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Evaluation: Usually the history and exam will help make the diagnosis. If the pain persists in spite of treatment, imaging may reveal some facet changes but does not necessarily confirm the pain is arising from these joints. A facet block can help to establish this diagnosis.
Answered 3/17/2013
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Facet Arthropathy: These are joints in the spine where the bones articulate and can develop bone spurs and cause the clicking with pain typically with extension. I would consider seeing a pain/spine specialist to see if facet injections or radio frequency ablation would be helpful for you.
Answered 12/10/2016
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