Lower Back Pain
Targeted Cryoneurolysis for Chronic or Postoperative Lumbar Pain
What Is It?
Lower back pain is one of the most common causes of disability worldwide, affecting daily function, mobility, and overall well-being. While the causes can vary, a large portion of persistent or post-surgical low back pain is driven by sensory nerve irritation or inflammation around the spine.
In some cases, pain persists even after surgery or physical therapy due to residual nerve activity, neuromas, or ongoing inflammation in the soft tissues and joints.
Common symptoms of chronic or post-surgical lower back pain include:
- Persistent aching or throbbing pain in the lumbar region
- Sharp or radiating pain with certain movements or postures
- Stiffness after rest or prolonged sitting
- Difficulty with lifting, twisting, or bending
- Fatigue or discomfort that interferes with sleep and activity
Common Causes
Chronic or post-surgical lower back pain may be caused by:
- Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS)
- Degenerative disc disease or spinal arthritis
- Muscle strain with associated nerve irritation
- Facet joint inflammation or instability
- Neuromas or scar tissue affecting spinal nerve branches
How Cryoneurolysis Helps
Barcelona Cryo Center uses ultrasound-guided cryoneurolysis to target specific nerves transmitting pain from the lower back — such as the medial branches, cluneal nerves, or neuromas. By applying controlled cold energy, the nerves are safely deactivated, reducing the sensation of pain while preserving muscle function.
Key Benefits:
- Minimally invasive: No surgery or general anesthesia required
- Targeted: Treats only the sensory nerves responsible for pain
- Drug-free: Avoids long-term opioid or anti-inflammatory use
- Long-lasting: Relief may last several months and is repeatable
- Safe and precise: Performed under real-time ultrasound guidance
Ideal Candidates
You may be a candidate for cryoneurolysis if you:
- Have chronic or post-surgical lower back pain not responsive to other treatments
- Have been diagnosed with facet joint–related pain or neuromas
- Experience pain that worsens with movement or prolonged positions
- Prefer a nonsurgical, nerve-sparing approach to pain relief
Live With Less Pain — Without Surgery
Lower back pain can take over your life. Cryoneurolysis offers a safe, outpatient path to relief — helping you move freely, sleep better, and enjoy life again.
Book your consultation with Barcelona Cryo Center today.
Neck, Spine & Back Pain Conditions We Treat
Cryoneurolysis may be an effective treatment for a range of nerve-related pain conditions affecting the neck and back:
Lower Back Pain
Learn MoreChronic or post-surgical lumbar pain that may involve nerve compression, muscle strain, or degenerative conditions.
Facet Joint Pain
Learn MorePain originating from the small joints between spinal vertebrae, often worsened by twisting, bending, or prolonged standing.
Occipital Neuralgia
Learn MoreStabbing or aching pain in the back of the head or upper neck, often misdiagnosed as migraines or tension headaches.
Meralgia Paresthetica
Learn MoreBurning, tingling, or numbness in the outer thigh caused by compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve.
Cluneal Neuralgia (Pseudo-Sciatic Pain)
Learn MorePain in the lower back, buttock, or upper thigh caused by irritation or entrapment of the cluneal nerves—often mistaken for sciatica.
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Clinic information
Medical Tuset Barcelona
C/ Tuset 23-25, entresuelo08006 Barcelona
Opening hours
Tuesday: 9:00 to 14:00
Other days and times: by appointment