glossary of terminologychronic painA type of pain that may last from a few months to many years. Chronic pain may range from sharp to dull, and change frequently. lesionA change in the structure of tissue. In this case, a lesion is formed as a result of a radiofrequency current. The formation of the lesion is painless. local anestheticA drug that is used to produce a loss of sensation without a loss of consciousness. needleA slender hollow instrument used to introduce material into the body. nerveSends signals to connect parts of the nervous system with other organs. nerve blockDuring a nerve block a small amount of anesthetic is injected onto a nerve to temporarily block pain messages. pain signalA transmitted by a nerve to your brain, to give the sensation of pain. radiofrequency currentA high frequency energy that is directed through the insulated needle. This energy is an alternating current at a radio wave frequency. radiofrequency generatorProduces an alternating current at a radio wave frequency. radiofrequency lesioningThe process of forming lesions using a radiofrequency current. regenerateInvolves the growth of the new tissue. sedativeA drug that calms, moderates or tranquilizes nervousness or excitement.
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