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Genicular Nerve Block (G Block)

This outpatient procedure is an injection of anesthetic to the genicular nerves. These are the sensory nerves that transmit pain signals from the knee to the brain. Anesthetizing these nerves can disrupt the pain signals caused by degeneration of the knee.
 

Treatment Quick Facts

What is this treatment for?

A genicular nerve block is designed to diagnose and treat chronic knee pain. Usually, a genicular nerve block is administered via an injection that contains both a local anesthetic and corticosteroid.

How is this treatment administered?

An anesthetic mixture is injected through a carefully-targeted needle to numb the nerve. Your provider will repeat the injection at two more locations to numb three of the genicular nerves.

How long is this treatment?

The procedure typically takes about 15-30 minutes.
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About Genicular Nerve Block (G Block)

Overview

This outpatient procedure is an injection of anesthetic to the genicular nerves. These are the sensory nerves that transmit pain signals from the knee to the brain. Anesthetizing these nerves can disrupt the pain signals caused by degeneration of the knee. A genicular nerve block can provide temporary pain relief. It may help determine if a patient is a candidate for nerve ablation, which can provide long-term pain relief.

Is it right for me?

If you are experiencing chronic knee pain that is caused by conditions such as arthritis and osteoarthritis, failed knee replacement surgery, degenerative joint disease, and chronic knee pain in patients with no surgical options.

What is the procedure like?

In preparation for the procedure, the skin of the knee is cleansed and sanitized. The injection sites are numbed with a local anesthetic. Using a fluoroscope (a type of x-ray device that shows video images from within the body), the physician carefully guides a needle to one of the targeted nerves. An anesthetic mixture is injected through this needle to numb the nerve. The physician repeats the injection at two more locations to numb three of the genicular nerves.

What happens after the procedure?

When the procedure is complete, the injection sites are bandaged. The patient is allowed to go home. The patient will be able to walk normally, and should feel immediate pain relief.


Is this treatment right for you?

Schedule an appointment to discuss this treatment with your provider.

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