What is an intercostal nerve block?

Around rib: for rib fracture or thoracic surgery

intercostal nerve: we have neve in intercostal area.nerve start from back and come and supply to abdomen and chest in front.so any pain in these area can be block by by blocking the intercostal nerve with local anesthetics

Nerves near ribs: The intercostal nerves run along each rib. For an intercostal nerve block, the doctor injects local anesthesia near the nerve to block pain sensation. These blocks can be good for pain relief with rib fractures or other kinds of pain in the chest area. There are risks such as lung puncture, so they should only be done by a qualified physician.