Lumbar or Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve Block

Lumbar or Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve Block is available through Mishe Health Plan at a published cash price, paid when you book.

A lumbar or thoracic sympathetic nerve block is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat chronic pain conditions affecting the lower back, legs, or upper body. This procedure involves injecting a local anesthetic, and sometimes a steroid, around the sympathetic nerves located in the lumbar (lower back) or thoracic (upper back) region of the spine. These nerves are part of the autonomic nervous system and can contribute to chronic pain syndromes, such as complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), and peripheral neuropathy. The goal of the nerve block is to interrupt the pain signals being transmitted by these nerves, providing relief from pain and improving mobility.