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How often can one have a nerve block administered?

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Dr. Seth Zeidman answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Multiple times: It can be done a number of times but often it becomes less effective if done very often. Some doctors limit patients to three to six per year.

Answered 7/4/2012

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