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Originally Posted by Rolacoy
I don't quite understand how a nerve block proves anything. Wouldn't a nerve block on a good arm make the arm go numb just as the arm that is effected with RSD?
Also what is the danger?
Do you get the feeling from your doctors that don't want to research this online?
I really thank you all for your comments.
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No, your arm should not go numb. The block is done on the sympathetic ganglia so nothing is done around the nerves that control the muscles or sensation, per se. It is a very, very safe procedure that can go wrong with serious side effects. But rarely (isn't that nice?). I was told that even with a wrong diagnosis and a block adminstered on a normal arm, there are no untoward effects.
You really probably have nothing to lose. Mine work for 4 or 5 months. But then again, what other options do I have??? Worsening pain???? I don't think so....
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