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Post by dawn on Mar 4, 2015 8:30:03 GMT -6
I had a C3-C4 medial branch nerve block last week to treat occipital pain. I had 2 days of relief from pain but now it is back. We are considering nerve ablation as next step since I had some pain relief. Thoughts? Experience?
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Post by beachgurl on Mar 5, 2015 21:54:53 GMT -6
Hi Dawn, I have had nerve burns done bilaterally at 8 levels, thoracic to lumbosacral, over the course of the past year and a half. I had facet injections done first and they gave me temporary relief. The nerve burns definitely gave me more long term relief. I have heard from some people that have had relief for over a year after a burn. My results have not lasted as long, but I have a lot going on in all spine areas. The way it was explained to me, if you feel relief initially from the injection (not sure how similar this is to a nerve block) then the ablation should be beneficial. Since everyone's body and structure is different, there is no way to be sure...but I know they have helped me tremendously. I am usually sore and tight muscles the day of and the day after the procedure, but rest and lots of ice will help immensely. I hope you are able to find relief soon.  |
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Post by dawn on Mar 8, 2015 8:44:17 GMT -6
Thank you for that. It is encouraging information.
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Post by dmdgood on Mar 8, 2015 14:13:29 GMT -6
Dear dawn. I sent you a message. Please check you inbox. I would be grateful for a reply. dmd
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Post by dawn on Mar 11, 2015 8:49:07 GMT -6
Sent you a reply!
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