Nerve Block Injection Side Effects Explained

You're home after a nerve block, and the treated arm or leg suddenly feels heavy, numb, or almost unusable. That reaction can be frightening, especially if the pain has changed at the same time. In most cases, temporary loss of sensation or strength is the intended effect of the anesthetic, but the pattern and timing … Read more

Nerve Block Side Effects After Surgery What to Expect

Waking after surgery with an arm or leg that feels numb, heavy, warm, or strangely disconnected can be unsettling. A patient may look at the limb, try to move it, and immediately wonder whether the nerve block caused damage. In most cases, these sensations reflect the intended temporary effect of the anesthetic, but the pattern … Read more