Transcutaneous Randomized Pulsed Radiofrequency Application for Spine Pain Conditions: A Case Series

Transcutaneous Randomized Pulsed Radiofrequency (PRF-STP) is a non-invasive therapeutic approach increasingly explored for managing spine-related pain, particularly in cases involving disc herniations and degenerative spine conditions. This case series examines the outcomes of four patients treated with PRF-STP for varying spine pathologies, including lumbar and cervical disc herniations, lumbar stenosis, and radiculopathy. All patients had previously undergone conventional conservative therapies without satisfactory improvement and were unwilling or unable to undergo invasive procedures. Treatment involved the application of electromagnetic fields through adhesive skin patches at targeted sites, providing pain relief and functional improvement. Patients underwent three sessions of PRF-STP, with follow-up assessments showing significant reductions in pain (VAS 0 in most cases), improvement in movement, and restoration of normal daily activities. Follow-up MRI scans demonstrated positive structural changes in the treated discs. Although long-term recurrence occurred in one case, the patient remained active without functional limitations. PRF-STP offers a promising, minimally invasive alternative for patients seeking to avoid surgery, though further studies with larger cohorts and longer follow-up periods are necessary to establish more robust evidence of its efficacy. This technique could become an important adjunct in managing chronic spinal pain conditions, offering patients an option with minimal risk and hospital demands.