Facet arthropathy is diagnosed using X-rays or other imaging studies. Treatment includes over-the-counter pain relievers, prescription muscle relaxers, exercise, and spinal manipulation.

Objective: To compare the efficacy and tolerability of dexamethasone-21-palmitate and mepivacaine alone and in combination in the acute treatment of facet syndrome. Results: In all three groups ...

and therefore it is efficient for the diagnosis and initial treatment of facet syndrome. However, injection of dexamethasone palmitate, particularly in combination with a local anaesthetic ...