What is the ViaVerte™ procedure?

Living with chronic low back pain can affect nearly every part of life, from work and daily routines to time with family and friends. The ViaVerte™ procedure is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat a specific type of pain called chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.

An estimated

1 in 6 people

with chronic low back pain experience vertebrogenic pain.1

ViaVerte™ procedure at a glance

  • Long-term pain relief†,2
  • FDA cleared
  • Minimally invasive
  • Implant-free
  • Typically go home the same day

How does it work?

Chronic vertebrogenic low back pain is caused by damage to the ends of the vertebra adjacent to the discs. Pain signals from the damaged vertebra are sent to the brain through a nerve called the basivertebral nerve (BVN)1.

During the ViaVerte™ procedure:

  • Your doctor uses X-ray guidance to place a specially designed needle through the bone next to the basivertebral nerve.
  • Controlled heat is then used to destroy the nerve
  • The brain no longer receives pain signals from the damaged vertebral endplates

Who may be a candidate for the ViaVerte™ procedure?

Your doctor will review your symptoms and medical history to determine whether the ViaVerte™ procedure may be an option.

The ViaVerte™ procedure may be an option for people with:

  • Chronic central low back pain for at least six months
  • Endplate changes (often described as Modic changes) on MRI
  • Insufficient relief from conservative treatments, such as physical therapy, medications, and injections. These options need to have been tried for at least six months.

The ViaVerte™ procedure is not for everyone. Risks may include: surgical complications. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.

Frequently asked questions

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The ViaVerte™ procedure is often completed in 60-90 minutes but may take longer in some cases.2,3 It’s typically an outpatient procedure. You should be able to go home once your sedation wears off.

The ViaVerte™ procedure is minimally invasive and performed under general anesthesia or conscious sedation, so you should not feel pain during the actual surgery.

After the procedure, you may experience mild soreness or discomfort at the incision site, which should be easily managed through over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers. and typically resolves within a few days.

Your healthcare provider will also give you a detailed list of post-treatment instructions and let you know about any restrictions following your ViaVerte™ procedure.

Typical ViaVerte™ procedure side effects include slight soreness around your incision for a few days. Some people may develop bruising and minor swelling, as well. You can usually manage these side effects with over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers.

Most people make a full recovery in about one to two weeks. Recovery times can vary depending on your unique situation. Your healthcare provider can tell you what to expect in your case.