Who does the IDET procedure? (Research article)

Skills and training needed to perform IDET
The IDET procedure is best performed by a physician with the following combination of skills and training:

• Special expertise in diagnosing low back disorders

• Training in performing spinal injections and discography (placement of needles into the disc space to diagnose pain origin)

• Additional course training that provides specific instructions for performing the IDET procedure

Spine specialists who perform IDET
Spinal surgeons, physiatrists and anesthesiologists with a strong background in pain management and the above procedures are best suited to perform IDET.