Diagnostic facet nerve block: What to expect from your procedure - 08/2009

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Diagnostic facet nerve block: What to expect from your procedure

Abstract

This handout explains diagnostic facet nerve block, a test to find out if the patient's facet joint is causing their pain. Includes an explanation of the procedure, how to prepare, instructions for medicines, site care, activities, side effects, filling out a pain diary, and follow-up care.

Author

Center for Pain Relief

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2009

Revision Date

08/2009

Print Abstract

General Subject

Diagnostic Tests

Neurological Disorders

Specific Subject/Keyword

Nerve Block

Pain

Nervous System

Patient Care Procedures and Instructions

Pain Measurement

Languages

English

Record ID

3621