Selective Nerve Root Block
About Selective Nerve Root Block
Selective nerve root block is a targeted injection used to diagnose and treat nerve-related spinal pain.
Overview
The procedure involves injecting anesthetic and steroid medication near a specific spinal nerve root.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms That May Require Selective Nerve Root Block
- ⦾ Radiating leg or arm pain
- ⦾ Tingling and numbness
- ⦾ Nerve compression symptoms
- ⦾ Weakness in limbs
- ⦾ Chronic spinal pain
Recovery & Outlook
Selective nerve root blocks may provide pain relief and guide treatment decisions.
Risks
- ⦾ Temporary numbness or weakness
- ⦾ Infection risk
- ⦾ Bleeding at injection site
- ⦾ Allergic reaction to medications
- ⦾ Rare nerve injury
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Avoid driving immediately after procedure
- ⦾ Rest for a short period
- ⦾ Monitor symptoms carefully
- ⦾ Continue spinal exercises if advised
- ⦾ Attend scheduled follow-up visits
Conclusion
Selective nerve root block helps diagnose and manage nerve-related spinal pain.
Doctors Who Perform Selective Nerve Root Block
Meet experienced orthopedics (bone & joint care) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform selective nerve root block.
Dr Naveen Kumar B M
MBBS, MS Orthopedics
KMC: 112492
Consultant Arthroplasty, Trauma, Sports Medicine ad Arthroscopy Surgeon
Dr Sharan Achar T
MBBS, MS Ortho, DNB, FASSI, FAO
KMC: 109282
Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Dr Sudhindra Dharmavaram
MBBS, MD (ANAES), FFPMRCA (UK) - Orthopedics
KMC: 80575
Consultant Orthopaedics Surgeon
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