Intracept® Procedure for Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain Relief
Vertebrogenic low back pain is a specific type of chronic spine pain caused by inflammation and damage to the vertebral endplates. These pain signals are transmitted through the basivertebral nerve, often resulting in persistent discomfort that worsens with sitting, bending, or physical activity. At Regenerative Spine & Pain Specialists, we offer the Intracept® Procedure—a breakthrough, minimally invasive treatment designed to interrupt these pain signals at the source.
Available at our clinics in Atlanta, Marietta, and Fayetteville, GA,, the Intracept® Procedure is an FDA-cleared option for patients who have not responded to conservative therapies. It targets the basivertebral nerve with precision, offering long-lasting relief without implants or spinal fusion.
Vertebrogenic pain is chronic lower back pain caused by inflammation in the vertebral endplates—thin layers of bone between the vertebrae and spinal discs. The pain is transmitted through the basivertebral nerve and often presents as deep, aching discomfort, especially during prolonged sitting or bending forward.
The Intracept® Procedure is a minimally invasive outpatient treatment that uses radiofrequency energy to ablate (disable) the basivertebral nerve inside the vertebrae. This effectively disrupts the pain pathway without altering the spine’s structure. The procedure takes about an hour and is performed under local or general anesthesia.
Ideal candidates include patients who:
Have chronic low back pain lasting 6+ months
Show Modic Type 1 or 2 changes on MRI (a sign of vertebral endplate inflammation)
Have not found relief with physical therapy, medications, or injections
Do not have radicular (leg) symptoms or major spinal instability
A spine-focused evaluation and MRI are essential to confirm eligibility.
FDA-cleared and clinically proven
Outpatient procedure with no implants
Preserves spine stability and mobility
Pain relief often lasts for years
Reduced need for opioids or further surgery
During:
You’ll lie face down while your provider uses fluoroscopy to guide a specialized probe into the vertebrae.
Radiofrequency energy ablates the basivertebral nerve in a controlled, targeted fashion.
After:
Mild soreness is common for a few days.
Many patients return to light activity within a week.
Significant pain relief typically begins within 2–6 weeks.
Our expert team includes fellowship-trained pain physicians dedicated to identifying the root cause of your back pain. We specialize in advanced, image-guided procedures and offer:
Personalized evaluations using MRI and clinical criteria
Compassionate care in Fayetteville & Atlanta, GA
Proven outcomes in spine pain management
If you’re living with chronic vertebrogenic low back pain, the Intracept® Procedure could be the solution you’ve been looking for. Call 404-618-0995 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Zwade Marshall, or Dr. Jennifer Xiong.
