Percutaneous adhesiolysis, also called the RACZ procedure, is a minimally invasive, interventional procedure that breaks up scar tissue in the epidural space. Epidural scarring can arise from repeated spinal surgery, the aging process, or spinal arthritis. If left untreated, it can result in nerve root compression and inflammation causing chronic back and leg pain. The RACZ procedure, founded by Dr. Racz, is performed using x-ray guidance and a special spring catheter to administer a local anesthetic, Hyaluronidase and steroid medication.
