Nerve Blocks
Nerve blocks are injections of local anesthetics that block pain signals form reaching the brain, providing temporary relief from pain. They work especially well for certain types of pain, such as neck, shoulder, back, and knee pain, migraines, headaches, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain.
Considerations and potential risks:
Nerve blocks may not suit you if you:
- Have a blood-clotting disorder
- Take blood thinners
- Have a bowel obstruction
- Have an uncontrolled infection
- Are allergic to local anesthetics
Some possible side effects include:
- Soreness
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Headaches
- Rash
- Itching
- In rare cases, temporary nerve damage