Nerve Blocks (Ultrasound or C-Arm Guided)

Precisely targeted injections that interrupt pain signals at their source — providing fast, effective relief for acute and chronic pain.

What Are Nerve Blocks?

Nerve blocks are specialized, image-guided procedures where a small amount of anesthetic or anti-inflammatory medication is injected near specific nerves to stop pain signals from reaching the brain.
Using ultrasound or fluoroscopy (C-Arm X-ray), Dr. Babak ensures millimeter-level accuracy to safely target the affected nerve, reducing pain while helping diagnose its exact origin.
 Nerve blocks can be used for short-term relief, diagnostic purposes, or as preparation for more long-lasting treatments like radiofrequency ablation or neuromodulation.

When Are They Used?

Nerve blocks are typically recommended for:

Chronic Back or Neck Pain

caused by irritated spinal nerves

Sciatica / Lumbar Radiculopathy

(shooting pain down the leg)

Shoulder, Hip, or Knee Pain

following injury or surgery

Trigeminal Neuralgia or Facial Pain Syndromes

Cancer-Related Pain

 involving abdominal, pelvic, or nerve plexus regions

Post-Surgical / Post-Traumatic

that has not improved with medication

Types of Nerve Blocks

Benefits

Accurate, image-guided procedure for maximum safety

Immediate and significant pain reduction in many cases

Helps pinpoint the source of pain for targeted therapy

Can improve mobility and quality of life

Often performed as an outpatient procedure with minimal downtime

May reduce or eliminate the need for systemic pain medication

What to Expect

Procedure

Performed under local anesthesia using ultrasound or C-Arm guidance; typically completed within 15–30 minutes.


Follow-up

If successful, longer-term options such as Radiofrequency Ablation or Spinal Cord Stimulation may be recommended.

Consultation & Imaging

Dr. Babak reviews your medical history and scans to determine the best target nerve.

Recovery

You may feel temporary numbness followed by pain relief; normal activities can resume within 24 hours.


01
Consultation & Imaging

Dr. Babak reviews your medical history and scans to determine the best target nerve.

02
Procedure

Performed under local anesthesia using ultrasound or C-Arm guidance; typically completed within 15–30 minutes.

03
Recovery

You may feel temporary numbness followed by pain relief; normal activities can resume within 24 hours.

04
Follow-Up

If successful, longer-term options such as Radiofrequency Ablation or Spinal Cord Stimulation may be recommended.

If pain is limiting your daily life, a precise, ultrasound- or X-ray-guided nerve block can help identify and relieve the true source of discomfort.
 Schedule your consultation with Dr. Babak today to explore safe, advanced options for lasting pain control.