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S2:E2 "Forearmed is Forewarned: Bits and Bobs of the Plexus"

Block It Like It’s Hot

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Advantages and Risks of Individual Nerve Blocks in Surgeries

Exploring the benefits of targeted pain relief with individual nerve blocks in hand surgeries, while considering the potential risks such as the double crush phenomenon and nerve injury from local anesthetic. The chapter also discusses the unique applications of isolated peripheral nerve blocks in specific patient populations like those with cerebral palsy or muscle spasticity.

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