[babyblues3]

I have previously posted before about possible RSD. Yes I was just diagnosed with early stage RSD. He is sending for a nerve block. What happens with this?
Thanks

[AZ-Di]

Hi baby!

Which limb is affected by rsd/crps? It's very good they are treating it in early stage, that is your best hope for improvement or remission. That and youth.
I've had a total of 6 nerve blocks in my neck since my CRPS/RSD in in my left hand.
I had never heard of such a thing or had one before being diagosed so I was really scared.
It makes a difference what to expect depending whether it is an upper or lower extremity.
The results vary for everyone and each one of mine has a slightly different effect.
Basically they try to inject an anesthetic directly into the nerve in your spine that controls the specific limb. It does not numb it but it is supposed to block some of the pain signals between the brain and nerves.
It is a pretty quick proceedure but most patients opt for a light sedation.
You cannot immerse the injection site in water for 72 hrs. but showering is
fine so that's good.
Many good people on here can help and have experiences to share.
Best of luck to you, hope to see you post.

[Allanira]

The nerve block I had was awesome from Friday to Tuesday. I was able to run around with my son and get down on the floor with him and play. I was also able to walk my dog at the pace she loves to walk at. Just if they ask if you want some sedation to get through the block say yes. It will slightly nock you out some so that way it doesn't hurt so bad when they stick the needle through all the layers of muscle and tissue they need to to get to the spot.

[babyblues3]

Originally Posted by Allanira

The nerve block I had was awesome from Friday to Tuesday. I was able to run around with my son and get down on the floor with him and play. I was also able to walk my dog at the pace she loves to walk at. Just if they ask if you want some sedation to get through the block say yes. It will slightly nock you out some so that way it doesn't hurt so bad when they stick the needle through all the layers of muscle and tissue they need to to get to the spot.

Thank you, I actually go for I guess it's called an evaluation on the 31st. Is that just to explain to me about the procedure?

[babyblues3]

Originally Posted by AZ-Di

Hi baby!

Which limb is affected by rsd/crps? It's very good they are treating it in early stage, that is your best hope for improvement or remission. That and youth.
I've had a total of 6 nerve blocks in my neck since my CRPS/RSD in in my left hand.
I had never heard of such a thing or had one before being diagosed so I was really scared.
It makes a difference what to expect depending whether it is an upper or lower extremity.
The results vary for everyone and each one of mine has a slightly different effect.
Basically they try to inject an anesthetic directly into the nerve in your spine that controls the specific limb. It does not numb it but it is supposed to block some of the pain signals between the brain and nerves.
It is a pretty quick proceedure but most patients opt for a light sedation.
You cannot immerse the injection site in water for 72 hrs. but showering is
fine so that's good.
Many good people on here can help and have experiences to share.
Best of luck to you, hope to see you post.

Thank you mine is in the right hand/wrist due to breaking my ulna and radius. No surgery just casted(big mistake). Is this dangerous?

[RSD31]

I have RSD in both arm-hands-shoulder. An spreading to my legs an now my whole body I have 3 nerve block done on each side every year to control the pain down I will not take the sedidaction because I think it is worse than the block. Last time I counted I think that I had close to 70 plus blocks but I do not know what they are going to do this time because of my whole body has it now.

[AZ-Di]

RSD31 I'm so sorry to hear about the spread. Are they trying any meds. besides nerve block to help prevent this? I was told 500-1000 mg. of vitamin C can help so I do it in hopes.
I can only imagine how frustrating that is for you.
How did it spread ?
Let's pray for some relief for you and WE ALL NEED A CURE!

As far as more info. on nerve blocks I'm glad to share my experience for the others who may ask.

For a good visual there's a really good video on Youtube - just put in "Stellate Ganglion Block". I really like the one using ultrasound. Thankfully my Dr. uses both x-ray and ultrasound guidance.