While on the topic of ER and Medical situations ..has anyone had this procedure done and what was the outcome .
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Nerve Sleeve Injection
This injection should confirm that compression or irritation of that particular nerve root is responsible for your symptoms. The injection will in most cases, provide a varying duration of relief from your symptoms.
The procedure involves a fine needle placed close to the nerve just beyond its exit from the
spine. CT guidance is used to ensure safe and accurate placement of the needle. A long acting anaesthetic (0.5% Bupivacaine) and a long acting steroid (Kenacort or Celestone) are injected.The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic. The injection is not usually painful although occasionally there may be transient limb pain when the needle is near the nerve. This is usually brief and will not cause nerve damage.
