Intracept® Procedure – Relief from Chronic Low Back Pain

Vertebrogenic pain is a specific type of chronic low back pain that originates from damage to the vertebral endplates—the thin layers of tissue separating each spinal disc from the bones above and below. As these endplates deteriorate over time, often due to normal wear or disc degeneration, they can become inflamed and painful.

This pain is transmitted to the brain through the basivertebral nerve (BVN), which runs inside the vertebra. Unlike other types of back pain, vertebrogenic pain is well-defined and now treatable with targeted intervention.

You may be experiencing vertebrogenic pain if you have:

• ✓A deep, aching sensation in the center of your lower back
• ✓Discomfort that worsens with prolonged sitting or standing
• ✓Pain aggravated by bending, lifting, or physical activity
• ✓No significant radiating pain into the legs (unlike sciatica)

This condition is often accompanied by Modic changes—inflammatory changes visible on MRI that indicate endplate damage and are commonly associated with vertebrogenic pain.

The Intracept® Procedure is a minimally invasive, outpatient treatment designed to stop pain at its source. By applying radiofrequency energy to the basivertebral nerve, the procedure disrupts pain signals—providing long-lasting relief without implants or major structural changes to the spine.

Key Benefits:

• ✓Implant-free and minimally invasive
• ✓Performed under anesthesia
• ✓Completed in under 60 minutes
• ✓No overnight hospital stay
• ✓Backed by rigorous clinical evidence for safety and long-term results