Lumbar Sympathetic Nerve Block

What is a Lumbar Sympathetic Block

If the pain you are experiencing comes from the sympathetic nervous system, our specialists may recommend a lumbar sympathetic block. A lumbar sympathetic nerve block is a procedure in which anti-inflammatory painkillers are injected directly into your sympathetic nerves, where you feel pain. The doctor inserts a thin needle next to the sympathetic nerves using an X-ray machine or ultrasound scan. A combination of medicine and possibly a steroid is then injected to block pain and inflammation signals from these nerves.

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Lumbar Sympathetic Block Procedure

A lumbar sympathetic nerve block is an outpatient procedure in which our board-certified physician injects medication near the sympathetic nerves in the lumbar spine to reduce pain and inflammation. The entire procedure usually takes less than half an hour.

The procedure consists of specific steps:
Preparation
Local anesthesia.
Injection of the injection
Observation

Lumbar sympathetic block can be an effective method of pain management in cases where other treatments have not provided tangible relief.

If you have any questions about the sympathetic nerve block for back pain relief we offer, make an appointment with our top-rated doctor at New York Pain Care.

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New City, NY 10956
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This content was co-authored and medically reviewed by the expert team at New York Pain Care, a leading New York City and New Jersey practice specializing in interventional spine and comprehensive pain management. The team is led by Dr. Amr Hosny, MD, MBA, FASA, a board-certified interventional spine specialist with over 15 years of experience in non-surgical and minimally invasive treatments for neck, back, joint, and orthopedic pain. Dr. Hosny and his team have performed over 20,000 outpatient procedures, delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care. With decades of combined expertise, the team ensures all content reflects the most accurate, current, and authoritative guidance in pain diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.