Selective Nerve Root Blocks

Selective Nerve Root Block (SNRB) is a minimally invasive spinal injection used to diagnose and treat nerve-related pain caused by compression or irritation of a specific spinal nerve root. This advanced pain management procedure helps relieve symptoms such as radiating back pain, sciatica, numbness, tingling, and leg or arm weakness, often without the need for surgery.

Performed by Dr Sajan K. Hedge, one of the best spine surgeons in India, Selective Nerve Root Blocks are delivered with precision using image-guided techniques to ensure accuracy, safety, and effective pain relief.

What Is a Selective Nerve Root Block?

An SNRB involves injecting a small amount of local anaesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication directly around a targeted nerve root. By isolating the affected nerve, the procedure reduces inflammation and interrupts pain signals, offering both diagnostic clarity and therapeutic relief.

It is especially useful in identifying the exact nerve responsible for pain when imaging shows multiple possible problem levels.

Conditions Treated with SNRB:

Selective Nerve Root Blocks are commonly recommended for:

• Herniated or bulging discs.
• Lumbar or cervical radiculopathy.
• Foraminal stenosis.
• Degenerative disc disease.
• Post-surgical nerve pain.
• Sciatica and radiating limb pain.

Benefits of Selective Nerve Root Blocks

• Minimally invasive and non-surgical.
• Performed as a day-care procedure.
• Precise, targeted pain relief.
• Helps confirm the pain-generating nerve.
• May delay or eliminate the need for surgery.
• Quick recovery with minimal downtime.

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Procedure and Recovery:

The procedure is performed under fluoroscopic or CT guidance to ensure accurate needle placement. It typically takes 15–30 minutes, and patients can return home the same day. Many experience immediate pain relief, with sustained improvement over days to weeks.

Why Choose Dr Sajan K. Hedge?

With extensive experience in both interventional pain management and advanced spine surgery, Dr Sajan K. Hedge ensures that Selective Nerve Root Blocks are used as part of a comprehensive, patient-specific treatment plan. Being the best spine surgeon in India, he allows accurate diagnosis, safe execution, and optimal outcomes.

When Is Surgery Considered?

If pain persists despite injections and conservative treatment, Dr Hedge provides expert guidance on surgical options, ensuring a seamless transition from non-operative care to advanced spine surgery when required.

Selective Nerve Root Blocks offer precise relief and clarity, helping patients move forward with confidence and comfort.