A nerve block is a procedure in which a local anesthetic is injected near a specific nerve or group of nerves in order to numb a specific area of the body. This can be done for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, such as to diagnose the source of chronic pain or to provide pain relief during surgery or other procedures. Nerve blocks can be performed using a variety of techniques, such as injection, nerve stimulation, or ultrasound guidance. The specific technique used will depend on the ar

The Genicular Nerve Block is an innovative, non-surgical treatment aimed at managing chronic knee pain related to conditions such as osteoarthritis, knee inflammation, or post-operative knee pain. 🦵🦴But did you know that it's not just a treatment, but also a diagnostic tool? That's right! 💡 This procedure helps determine whether a patient is a suitable candidate for a more long-term pain management procedure called Genicular Nerve Ablation. It does so by temporarily blocking the genicular ner

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