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By Dr Yasser Mehrez
30.10.24
Pain management specialist

What is genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation for knee pain?

Genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a treatment designed to help relieve chronic knee pain, especially for those who haven’t had success with more traditional methods like medications, physical therapy, or even knee injections. This procedure targets specific nerves, known as the genicular nerves, which play a significant role in transmitting pain signals from the knee joint to the brain. By "ablating" (or disrupting) these nerves, RFA can reduce the sensation of pain, often providing lasting relief. We speak to leading consultant in pain medicine Dr Yasser Mehrez who explains how this treatment works.

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By Dr Yasser Mehrez
23.07.24
Pain management specialist

Caudal epidural pulsed radiofrequency treatment: A new horizon in pain management

Here to provide a comprehensive overview of caudal epidural pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) treatment is esteemed pain management specialist, Dr Yasser Mehrez.

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By Dr Yasser Mehrez
22.04.22
Pain management specialist

Fibromyalgia: your all-you-need-to-know guide

Fibromyalgia is a debilitating, chronic condition, with patients often suffering from symptoms including fatigue, muscle pain, as well as memory and concentration problems, amongst others. In this article, we ask Dr Yasser Mehrez, a highly esteemed consultant in pain medicine, to advise us on how to manage these symptoms as effectively as possible.

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By Dr Yasser Mehrez
08.03.22
Pain management specialist

How does fibromyalgia impact quality of life and wellbeing?

Those who suffer from fibromyalgia can experience chronic symptoms of pain, fatigue and poor memory which have a marked impact on their daily life. In this expert guide to the condition, leading consultant in pain medicine Dr Yasser Mehrez explains how patients can learn to self-manage the condition as well as explaining the benefits of working within a multi-disciplinary team to offer patients the best possible outcomes.

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By Dr Yasser Mehrez
20.07.21
Pain management specialist

Radiofrequency treatment for back pain

Back pain can be caused by a range of factors. Dr Yasser Mehrez, renowned consultant in pain medicine, anaesthesia and intensive care, discusses radiofrequency ablation and why it may be a suitable treatment option to treat back pain. Find out what the side effects are, who the ideal patient might be and what the benefits are in this article.

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By Dr Yasser Mehrez
18.11.19
Pain management specialist

Fluoroscopic guided injections: how technology delivers safer pain relief treatment

Pain medicine is one of the fastest-growing medical specialties. The advancement in technology has helped in the development of new treatments to deliver effective pain relief interventions, such as fluoroscopic guided injections. Dr Yasser Mehrez, a consultant in pain medicine, give us a rundown of how they are performed and the type of treatments you can receive.

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