How is a nerve block performed and is there any prep for it?

Specific Points: Will come from your proceduralist: guidelines for fasting, medications to be taken pre-procedure, bathing/showering, are specific for the procedure and will be well outlined beforehand. Ask for details; no need to be shy!

Depends on procedure: Nerve blocks are performed for acute and chronic pain, but iits also used in conjunction with sedation or general anesthesia for surgical procedure . It can be done by anatomical landmark, fluroscopy or ultrasound guidance. Most practioner will instruct you base on their practice. Most will require that you stop taking meds that will increase your risk of bleeding

Depends on the type: Generally, you should not eat or drink the day of the procedure and have a friend or family member to drive you home. These precautions are in case you are to receive any sedation for the procedure. Best you have someone you could call in the first 24 hours afterwards in case you need special assistance.

It Depends: There are many different types of nerve blocks ranging from spinal blocks to nerve blocks in the arms or legs. The prep is different for each one but typically they are performed in a surgery center or office based setting. For more information check out this website which describes many of these procedures in detail: http://arizonapain.Com/pain-center/.