Radial nerve block (ultrasound-guided)
Radial nerve blocks are a procedure for delivering anesthesia to the radial nerve territory either as a standalone blockade or in conjunction with a brachial plexus, ulnar or median nerve block.
Indications
- association with median nerve block
- radial tunnel syndrome
- forearm and hand surgical procedures
- fractures and dislocations
- lateral epicondylalgia
- post-operative pain control
Contraindications
- active infection of the puncture site
- intravascular injection
- allergic reaction to anesthetic products
- direct nerve damage with neuropraxia or neurolysis
- intramuscular hematoma
- unsuccessful block
- local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST)
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