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Originally Posted by justwantanswers
I see a lot of you had some or a lot of success with nerve blocks. I am going for my first one on Thursday.
I just started therapy again last week so Im hoping between the block and therapy I will start to see some results. Only thing is my therapist seems to think it is just a knee injury not discovered and untreated for over a year now, I have four doctors right now all agreeing to the RSD. She does work with RSD a lot and has had success for remission. I dont agree so much with her, but I do trust her and one could only hope shes right after being diagnosed with this. Now sorry for rambling.
I was just wondering what I can expect to feel like after the block, it is for my right hip to my foot. I see the results everyone talks about, but I mean can I walk after, will there be any pain at the injection site? Any information what to expect would be nice. My parents are going out of town for the weekend and leave the day I get it done (bad timing, I know) I have a friend staying with me the first night, will I be ok on my own for a few days after that?
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Hi there!!
Sorry about the problems you are having. If your PT doesn't agree with your diagnosis, you might want to think about going to someone else. I know you said you trust her, but you certainly do not want more damage done.
I have had many types of blocks, some successful and some not. Of course it will hurt getting the block because the needles don't feel great and the medication burns some going in. If you are sedated then you will not feel as much. The injection site will be sore, but not for long. You should be able to walk afterwards, but maybe a little unsteady. I always went to work the next day. Having someone with you the first night of getting your first block is a great idea!
This is all just my opinion based on my experiences.
Wishing you the best of luck, hope it helps you!!
Nanc
03-28-2012, 08:12 AM
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