Finding the source
Pain may result from injury, illness, or even aging. As part of your care, your interventional pain specialist reviews:
- your medical record
- reports from laboratory, x-rays, or other imaging technology
- any medications you are currently taking
- physical, occupational or other therapies you may have had
Anesthetic nerve blocks are one method used to help understand the source of pain.
You might receive an injection of an anesthetic directly into a bundle of nerves. The anesthetic prevents nerves from sending pain signals to the brain, just like the freezing or numbing that happens when you are injected with anesthetic in the dentist's office. It may provide temporary relief. If the nerve block works, it may help identify affected nerves and help your interventional pain specialist develop a better treatment plan.
This clinic is licensed as part of PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center. You may receive a separate charge or billing for facility fees in addition to any professional fees for services, which may result in a higher out-of-pocket expense.
PeaceHealth Southwest Interventional Pain Clinic
2312 NE 129th St
Vancouver,
WA
98686
360-546-8950