Peer-Reviewed Publication
Pain Med Case Rep2025;9(3):169-174.June 1, 2025Journal Article

Prospective Case Series Evaluating the Efficacy of Radiofrequency Ablation With Stryker Venom Technology in the Treatment of Lumbar Facet Joint Pain.

Emily A Panteli1, Aaron K Calodney2
1Stryker Instruments, Portage, MI.
2Precision Spine Care, Tyler, TX.

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Lumbar facet joint (FJ) arthropathy is a common source of low back pain (LBP). This study assesses the efficacy of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) using Stryker's MultiGen 2 RF Generator combined with the Venom 18G cannula and electrode system for treating FJ-mediated LBP. CASE REPORT: In this prospective, single-center case series, patients obtaining ≥ 80% improvement in pain after 2 m…

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