
Facet Joint Injections for Arthritis-Related Back Pain
Facet joints are small joints located at the back of the spine that connect neighboring vertebrae and help guide spinal movement. Each spinal level has a pair of facet joints that contribute to stability while allowing the back to bend and twist. Like other joints in the body, facet joints contain cartilage that can wear down over time. Osteoarthritis may develop as the cartilage deteriorates and the surrounding structures experience increased stress. Inflammation, bone changes, and thickening of the joint