SYMPATHETIC NERVE BLOCK

A sympathetic nerve block is a type of injection that is used to relieve pain caused by a variety of conditions, such as complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), cancer pain, reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), and mostly neuropathic pain. It treats symptoms such as, tingling, burning, or stabbing pain, numbness or decreased sensation, and increased sensitivity to touch or pressure, in any of your extremities. It involves the injection of local anesthetic into the nerves that control the sympathetic nervous system. This system is responsible for controlling various involuntary functions in the body, such as sweating, blood flow, and organ function.

After receiving a sympathetic nerve block, patients may experience temporary numbness or weakness in the affected area. Patients usually experience anywhere from a couple weeks to months of pain relief. Our expert pain management physicians will determine if this may be the right therapy for you.