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Manage Chronic Pain with a Sympathetic Nerve Block
If you struggle with chronic or persistent pain, then you know how it can often feel as if nothing works. One technique we might suggest at Hands of Hope is a sympathetic chain block, also known as a sympathetic nerve block. A sympathetic chain block targets your sympathetic nervous system–the nerves that control involuntary bodily functions, such as blood circulation and temperature regulation. If one of these nerves is causing pain or other symptoms, this procedure blocks their signals from reaching your brain, helping you find relief. Is a sympathetic chain block the right choice for you? Contact our Lincoln Place, Bedford, prospect, and Flatbush clinics to find out!
What Conditions Can Benefit from a Sympathetic Nerve Block?
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Vasospastic Disorders
Shingles Pain
What To Expect from a Sympathetic Chain Block
A sympathetic chain block offers quick pain relief, allowing you to pursue additional treatments, such as exercise or physical therapy. Our team will work closely with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that suits your needs.
The sympathetic chain block procedure is fairly straightforward. We’ll help you relax before applying a numbing agent to the targeted area in your neck or back. Next, we’ll insert a needle into the targeted area, using X-rays or ultrasound to ensure accuracy. Then, we’ll inject the target with an anesthetic.
You can typically go home the same day as your procedure, although you may need someone to drive you. Our physicians can provide you with personalized information about what to expect afterward.
A sympathetic chain block can be a crucial part of your pain management program. Schedule an appointment with Hands of Hope to learn if it’s the right choice for you.
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