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Precision diagnostic disc injections.

J D Fortin1

  • 1Spine Technology and Rehabilitation, PC, 7230 Engle Road, Suite 210, Fort Wayne, IN 46804, USA.

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|August 15, 2006
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Discography, a diagnostic injection, helps identify specific spinal pain generators. This method aids in targeted treatment for various spinal conditions, complementing other diagnostic tools.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Pain Management
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Spinal pain is a significant public health issue with diverse anatomical origins.
  • Intervertebral disc disorders, beyond herniation, are frequently implicated in spinal pain.
  • Thoracic discography is an emerging diagnostic tool, complementing established cervical and lumbar procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the diagnostic value of discography in identifying specific spinal pain generators.
  • To emphasize the role of discography in guiding targeted pain management strategies.
  • To position discography as a crucial direct diagnostic method for spinal pain.

Main Methods:

  • Diagnostic disc injection, including provocation/analgesia, discometry, and nucleography.

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  • Utilizing discography to reproduce pain and pinpoint the source of discomfort.
  • Integrating discography findings within the broader clinical context for comprehensive assessment.

    • Main Results:

    • Discography effectively identifies specific intervertebral discs as physiological pain generators.
    • The procedure allows for precise localization of pain sources, unlike many noninvasive techniques.
    • Diagnostic disc injection remains the only direct method for confirming discogenic pain.

    Conclusions:

    • Discography is a safe and valuable diagnostic tool for spinal pain.
    • It enables precise diagnosis, leading to more effective, targeted treatments.
    • Discography serves as a powerful complement to noninvasive spinal technologies.