The risks of this procedure are minimal. Theoretically, there is a risk of nerve damage to the larger spinal nerve where medial branch originates. However, 3-step safety precautions are taken to avoid this and true nerve damage is almost unheard of.
It is not uncommon to experience increased localized neck pain for 1-2 weeks from the time of the procedure.
As with any injection procedure, there is a remote risk of bleeding or infection.
