Precisely placed anesthetic to confirm the true pain generator before ablation or surgery. If pain drops predictably while the numbing medicine is active, you’ve identified the target.
Overlapping findings where imaging and exam don’t match, multifactorial back/neck pain, or post-surgical ambiguity.
We use ultrasound or fluoroscopy for exact placement on candidate nerves or joints.
A small, targeted amount tests pain and movement response safely.
A strong, immediate change confirms the right treatment target.
Typically completed within minutes, with no lengthy prep or recovery.
You’ll know right away if the target is correct.
We track improvements in walking, stairs, or grip strength.
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Don’t wait in pain — our expert spine specialists are available for same-day evaluations.
A diagnostic nerve block helps confirm the exact nerve causing pain before moving to treatment. By numbing a specific area, doctors can see if pain relief occurs. This step ensures precision before recommending options like Facet / Medial Branch RF or Lumbar Laminectomy / Decompression.
The procedure is quick—usually 15–30 minutes—and performed under ultrasound or fluoroscopy. After injection, pain levels and movement are tracked for several hours. Results guide whether to proceed with targeted treatments, such as Cervical Epidural Injection or non-surgical therapies.
If the numbed nerve is the true pain source, relief should occur within minutes and last several hours. This temporary response helps your doctor confirm accuracy before recommending next-step treatments through our Non-Surgical Care pathway.
Most patients feel only a brief pinch or pressure. Complications are rare because the procedure uses image guidance for precision. It’s far less invasive than surgery and part of a conservative plan focused on identifying the pain generator before long-term treatment.
Skipping diagnostic testing risks treating the wrong source. Nerve blocks provide a clear yes/no signal, reducing unnecessary procedures. A positive block supports safe progression to options like Facet / Medial Branch RF, while mixed results prompt refinement—not escalation.
If the injection provides little relief, your care team re-evaluates alternative pain sources using targeted Electromyography (EMG) testing or other diagnostic studies. This ensures your next step remains data-driven and personalized to your specific condition.
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