FAQs on Medial Branch Blocks from a Los Angeles Pain Doctor

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Medial Branch Blocks are a non-surgical treatment method recommended for individuals who suffer from arthritis that occurs due to neck or back pain.

This treatment method uses pain management methods to reduce the inflammation and irritation that occurs in the spine’s facet joints that is the major cause pain. The positive aspect of this pain relief treatment method is that it is a suitable treatment option providing an average relief duration of 3 months time.

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Medial Branch Blocks

Intelligent Pain Solutions treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. like back and neck pain.

Why prefer Medial Branch Blocks?
- Medial branch block procedure is preferred because it helps relieve pain and fight symptoms quite faster. This makes it possible for the patient to resume their daily activities. Oral medication and physical therapy can also be used, but are not as effective as Medial branch block procedures. The source of pain can also be identified after undergoing a diagnostic test. Pain originating from the joint, will disappear a few minutes upon after the procedure is carried out.
How are Medial Branch Blocks Performed?
- IV sedation is not necessary for the procedure, it can be done under numbing of the skin and soft tissues.
  
  The skin on the back is first cleaned with sterile medication then the Los Angeles pain management doctor performs the procedure. The needle is placed close to the painful spinal joints, with numbing medicine and possibly steroid being injected to stop the sensory nerves from transmitting painful signals.
  
  After the procedure is done, patients are advised to engage in some exercises. The exercises ranges from physical to stretching exercises which are important during the recovery program.
How does Medial Branch Block Relieve Pain?
- When relieving pain using Medial Branch Block procedure, the injection is more effective than an oral solution. This is because the medication is injected directly to the specific area where the pain is coming from. Over 80% of those receiving the blocks experience dramatic relief for an average of 3 months.
  
  Normally, a steroid solution is used as an effective calming effect to relieve pain. Depending on the kind of infusion, various types of low back pain relief may be long-lasting while some may be temporary.
Are there Risks Associated with Medial Branch Blocks?
- Medial Branch Blocks procedure is considered the best and safest way of relieving pain, especially for those who are victims of neck and back pain. Needle misplacement is one of the risks associated with this treatment. To prevent such risks, the needle should be guided into the are affected using fluoroscopy.
  
  Some other complications that are associated with this treatment include:
  
  Infection
  Bleeding
  Nerve damage
  
  Treatment with the Double Board Certified Los Angeles and Beverly Hills pain management doctors at Intelligent Pain Solutions includes options for both interventional and medication management. Success rates exceed 90% for relief and helping patients avoid potentially risky surgery. Call 310-854-0283 today, most insurance is accepted!

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Conditions

Intelligent Pain Solutions treats all types of simple and complicated pain conditions. Relief is impressive for sciatica, back and neck pain.

Changed Lives

Over 90% of patients at Intelligent Pain Solutions are able to avoid potentially risky surgery, achieve pain relief and become more functional.

Treatments

Treatments at Intelligent Pain Solutions are cutting edge and performed by a first rate pain management doctors in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills.

Qualified Doctors

If you need a doctor for Pain Therapies including Stem Cell Therapy for the Spine and ALL joints!

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