Are you struggling with persistent nerve pain in your back, neck, arms, or legs that won’t respond to other treatments? Peripheral nerve blocks at Arête Health Group target the exact nerves causing discomfort, helping relieve conditions like sciatica, neuropathy, and injury-related pain, so you can finally experience meaningful, lasting relief.
Interrupt Pain Signals for Relief
Peripheral nerve blocks are targeted pain management treatments that interrupt pain signals traveling along specific nerves. By injecting a local anesthetic, often combined with an anti-inflammatory medication, your provider can temporarily “turn off” the nerve responsible for your discomfort. These are commonly used to treat conditions like sciatica, nerve injuries, and chronic regional pain. At Arête Health Group, peripheral nerve blocks are tailored to your diagnosis, helping reduce pain and improve your ability to function comfortably.
Peripheral Nerve Blocks Treat:
- Sciatica and radiating leg pain
- Pinched nerves in the neck or back
- Peripheral neuropathy (burning, tingling, numbness)
- Post-surgical nerve pain
- Sports and injury-related nerve pain
- Carpal and cubital tunnel–related nerve discomfort
- Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
- Shoulder, arm, hip, or leg nerve pain
- Chronic pain that hasn’t responded to other treatments
How Peripheral Nerve Blocks Work
Peripheral nerve blocks work by interrupting the way pain signals travel through your nervous system. Your provider injects a local anesthetic near a nerve or group of nerves responsible for your discomfort. This medication temporarily blocks sodium channels in the nerve, preventing electrical signals from reaching your brain. In many cases, an anti-inflammatory medication is also included to reduce swelling and irritation around the nerve. By calming both the signal and the source of inflammation, peripheral nerve blocks can provide meaningful pain relief.
Benefits of Peripheral Nerve Blocks:
- Target the exact source of your pain
- Provide fast-acting relief, often within minutes
- Reduce inflammation around irritated nerves
- Minimize the need for oral pain medications
- Support improved mobility and daily function
- Can help confirm the exact source of pain
- Minimally invasive with little to no downtime
- May delay or prevent the need for surgery
FAQs
How Long Does Pain Relief From a Nerve Block Last?
Relief can vary depending on your condition and the type of medication used. You may feel immediate numbness from the anesthetic, followed by longer-lasting relief if inflammation is reduced. For some, relief lasts hours to days; for others, it may extend weeks or longer.
How Quickly Will I Feel Results?
You may notice relief within minutes due to the local anesthetic. This initial response can help confirm the source of your pain. Longer-term relief develops as inflammation around the nerve decreases over the following days.
Are Nerve Blocks Only Temporary?
While the anesthetic effect is temporary, the overall benefit can last longer. In some cases, reducing inflammation allows the nerve to “reset,” providing extended relief. Repeat treatments may be recommended to maintain or build on your results.
Can Nerve Blocks Help Diagnose My Pain?
Yes, they can play an important diagnostic role. If your pain improves after the injection, it helps your provider pinpoint which nerve is responsible. This insight can guide your broader treatment plan and improve outcomes.
Is There Any Downtime After the Procedure?
Downtime is minimal. You may be asked to take it easy for the rest of the day, but most people return to normal activities shortly after. Your provider will give you clear aftercare instructions.
Are There Any Risks or Side Effects?
Peripheral nerve blocks are generally safe when performed by experienced providers. Mild soreness at the injection site is possible, but serious complications are rare. Your provider will review your medical history to ensure the treatment is appropriate for you.
Schedule Your Consultation
When was the last time a provider truly listened to your pain and understood its impact on your life? At Arête Health Group, your care goes beyond a diagnosis and is centered fully on you, with a personalized approach designed around your needs and goals. Proudly serving patients throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Somerset, and Mercer counties, our team takes the time to understand the source of your discomfort and guide you toward meaningful relief. Schedule your consultation today to learn more about peripheral nerve blocks and how they may help manage your pain.
