Often a group of nerves, called a plexus or ganglion, that causes pain to a specific organ or body region can be blocked with the injection of medication into a specific area of the body. The injection of this nerve-numbing substance is called a nerve block. Nerve blocks are used for pain treatment and management. There are several different types of nerve blocks that serve different purposes.
How Are Nerve Blocks Used?
Copyright © 2010- 2016 US injury Centers -
New Jersey |