Back pain. Epidural nerve block. Lumbar puncture. When will I feel better?
Patient: I am going for  a series of tests for my back. They sent me a paper saying  guidelines for  nerve block  epidural block causl block sacro-iliac block facet block  lumbar puncture    do they do all these exams all together  how long does it usaully take   what is the procedure ? i am getting a little scared . can you pls inlighten me of what i should expect. ty Doctor: Hi, Thanks for using HCM.All these blocks are given to block nerve conduction so that sensation are lost in lower limbs.I feel your doctor may conduct any one of the block not all at a time, they would have just explained different options available. Depending on situation they may decide one procedure.Lumbar puncture can also be done along with block in a same prick.Need not have to worry you can discuss with your doctor about which procedure he is going to perform and indication for it.Hope this answered your question. Consult your doctor for further management.Feel free to ask me if you have any further queries or doubts and I shall be glad to help you out.Wish you good health. Take care.RegardsDr. Vidya