Peripheral nerve blocks
Peripheral nerve blocks control pain by acting on the nerve that transmits it. Guided by ultrasound, they are a useful tool for hip, knee and other pain.
Book appointmentWhen is it indicated?
- Hip or knee pain that is hard to control
- Chronic pain of nerve origin
What does the procedure involve?
I locate the nerve with the ultrasound and deliver the medication around it with precision. It is an outpatient procedure.
Frequently asked questions
Is it a definitive treatment?
It is one more tool within a global plan. Its effect and duration depend on the cause of the pain, which we assess in the consultation.