CT - Guided Single Nerve Root Block
CT – Guided Single Nerve Root Block is an interventional pain management procedure used to relieve pain caused by irritation or compression of a spinal nerve root. The procedure is performed under computed tomography (CT) guidance to ensure precise needle placement near the affected nerve.
During the procedure, a combination of local anesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication (usually a corticosteroid) is injected around the targeted nerve root. This helps reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and improve mobility.
CT guidance allows accurate localization of the nerve root, increasing the effectiveness of the treatment while minimizing risks to surrounding structures.
This procedure is commonly used for patients suffering from conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, nerve compression, or radiating pain (such as sciatica). It may also help in diagnosing the exact source of pain.
The procedure is minimally invasive, usually performed under local anesthesia, and typically completed within a short duration.
The purpose of CT-Guided Single Nerve Root Block is to relieve nerve-related pain and assist in diagnosis.
It helps to:
- Reduce inflammation around the nerve root
- Relieve radiating pain (e.g., sciatica)
- Improve mobility and function
- Identify the exact source of nerve pain
- Provide targeted pain management
- Delay or avoid the need for surgery