Shoulder Interscalene Pain Block

Shoulder Interscalene Pain Block is available through Mishe Health Plan at a published cash price, paid when you book.

The shoulder interscalene pain block is a regional anesthetic technique commonly used to provide pain relief following shoulder surgery or to manage acute shoulder pain. It involves the injection of a local anesthetic medication, such as lidocaine or bupivacaine, into the interscalene groove—a space between the anterior and middle scalene muscles in the neck. This area is close to the brachial plexus, a network of nerves that supplies sensation and movement to the shoulder and arm. By blocking the transmission of pain signals along these nerves, the interscalene pain block effectively numbs the shoulder and provides significant pain relief. The procedure is typically performed under ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance to ensure accurate placement of the needle and medication. Shoulder interscalene pain blocks are commonly used as part of a multimodal pain management approach to improve patient comfort and facilitate early postoperative mobilization.