Managing Pain After Surgery with a Nerve Block

A nerve block sends local anesthetic (freezing) through a small needle to a spot near your nerves. This pamphlet explains why you may need a nerve block, how a nerve block is done, possible side effects, and benefits. 

This pamphlet is also available in French: FF85-2103
Anesthésie par bloc nerveux pour supprimer la douleur pendant l’opération