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An ablation is a medical procedure used to permanently treat certain heart rhythm disorders.

Cardioversion is a medical treatment used to restore an abnormal heart rhythm to a normal, regular rhythm. An external electrical shock is delivered to 'reset' the heart rhythm, allowing the heart to contract in a coordinated and regular way again.

An implantable defibrillator is a small electronic device that is placed under the skin, usually below the collarbone. It constantly monitors the heart rhythm and intervenes if a life-threatening rhythm disorder occurs. In this way, the device protects you from serious heart rhythm disorders that could lead to sudden death.

A pacemaker is a small device with an internal battery that is implanted to keep your heart rhythm stable. It sends electrical impulses when the heart beats too slowly or irregularly. The device helps your heart to keep beating fast enough, reducing the risk of fainting.

The vertebrae of the back consist of cubes stacked on top of each other that can move in relation to each other like hinges because of facet joints. When changes occur in these facet joints due to an accident or wear and tear, it can cause pain in the back.

A herniated disc or osteoarthritis in the back can put pressure on the nerve roots causing them to inflame. A nerve root infiltration is an injection of cortisone that reduces the inflammation and swelling of the nerve. As a result, you experience less pain and tingling.