29/07/2026
Are facet joint injections the answer to chronic back pain? They can help the right person—but they often don’t provide long-term relief on their own.
As a physiotherapist, I explain why the pain frequently returns, who is most likely to benefit, and why rehabilitation is the key to lasting improvement. The best results usually come when injections are combined with strength, mobility and movement retraining—not used as a standalone treatment.
Have you had a facet joint injection? How long did it help for? Let me know in the comments.
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