What are Nerve Blocks? Are they good for you?

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  • @bertprinsloo934
    @bertprinsloo934 7 месяцев назад +6

    I was attacked and my jaw and skull were fractured in 2001. I had my jaw wired as the surgeon in Zimbabwe didn't have the plates and screws used now days. Now fast forward 23 years I still have some wires in my jaw and skull. Since the attack I kept getting severe pain in my jaw towards the chin where the main break was. I had been to see countless doctors and was given antibiotics and pain killers. Eventually my GP recommended I go and see an oral surgeon. He briefly looked at my scan and said that it was nerve damage from the attack and that I have 3 choices. 1. Permanent epilepsy medications that apparently assist in nerve pain. 2. Nerve block. 3. Surgically remove the nerve. I looked at my options and decided to go for the nerve block as I didn't want Permanent medications and didn't want to have the nerve removed and have my face sag and have no feelings in my face and lips. Now the to my horror the doctor proceeded to push the needle into my jaw with 100% alcohol with no anesthetic!!!!!!!? Well I can't even begin to explain the burning pain I experienced. It was absolutely horrific. After this barbaric event I asked the doctor if that pain was normal and he basically said that I should stop feeling sorry for myself as there are people far worse than me. So moving on my nerve was now burnt and I couldn't feel half my face and jaw resulting I food and drink always running down my face. Now a few months later the nerve regenerated and the pain got so bad that whilst on holiday in Thailand I spent a whole week in bed. I was taking pain meds and epilepsy meds to try and manage the pain. I had enough as this was consuming my life. After the holiday I decided to fly to South africa and see a specialist there. I explained the whole story to him and after some scans he showed me there was nothing wrong with my nerve and that where I had the pain, there was infection in the bone and teeth. He recommended removing 4 teeth and expose the infected area and treat it. I immediately agreed. It was the best decision I ever made. After 23 years I am now pain free. I have had teeth implants done and I can now have a normal life. So my advice is make sure you see competent doctors.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  7 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks so much for sharing and so sorry for the experience you had with a few of those doctors. I'm so glad you found someone who actually got to the root of the issue and was able to help!

    • @milliemaina3820
      @milliemaina3820 4 месяца назад

      This story was chilling.I am glad you are pain free now!!!!🎉

  • @WeThePeeps1
    @WeThePeeps1 Год назад +3

    I'm supposed to get nerve blocking (to the neck area) for acute pain stemming from osteonecrosis caused by radiation (for throat cancer). But, I'm glad I watched this 'cuz, the nerve block injections are scheduled for tomorrow and right now, I'm on antibiotics for a recurring jaw infection. Nobody mentioned to me that it's, probably not a good idea to do it while I'm fighting an infection.
    Thanks guys, I'm rescheduling.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  11 месяцев назад +1

      Glad to help! Definitely consult with your doctor as well!

  • @madamepalatine6295
    @madamepalatine6295 10 месяцев назад +10

    I had a nerve block last week, my pain is 95 % pain free but i feel tired and i feel all the symptoms of the pain without the pain, it is difficult to explain it

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for sharing with us, hopefully some of this info helps!

    • @cassiecfultz
      @cassiecfultz 8 месяцев назад +2

      I am in the same boat as you! It's weird...I got the nerves cut a week ago in my lower back.

  • @CindyOrourke-x6e
    @CindyOrourke-x6e 8 месяцев назад +2

    I have been recommended for a block at the screw that was put into by SI joint during fusion surgery. Have had constant paint since surgery six months ago with constant narcotics.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  8 месяцев назад

      Thank you for sharing your experience with us!

  • @debracease3093
    @debracease3093 11 месяцев назад +1

    Yes. I just had sholder clean out. The block was great

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  10 месяцев назад

      Glad you got some help!

    • @Harvester51061
      @Harvester51061 5 месяцев назад

      I had a block for my shoulder rotator cuff back in 2004

  • @richarddavis1595
    @richarddavis1595 Год назад +4

    I had surgery yesterday to repair my fibula, they gave me a nerve block for lower leg. Personally I remember being told it would last 10\12 hours, so I was expecting to feel something in my leg by end of day. Surgery was at 7:30 am Thursday morning by 5:30 pm I was expecting to feel something but everything was still completely numb below the knee. Couldn't move my toes,couldn't feel my toes or skin below the knee. Even nothing at 3:30 am almost 24 hours later, was scared and couldn't sleep. Finally fell asleep at 4:30 and woke up at 7:30, now 24 hours postop. Finally starting to feel tingling in my toes, a few area on my leg I can feel tingling, feel tingling on the back of my toes, but can't move them. I think I would not elect to do this again, I prefer to feel my leg and foot and take pain meds instead of worry if I'm going to get my leg back.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      Thanks so much for sharing your story!

    • @kimberlymarie3651
      @kimberlymarie3651 Год назад +1

      I got an spinal epidural for low back pain and it was very painful and it quickly paralyzed my right leg and foot . I lost all skin sensation and I couldn't move my leg , foot and toes . Doctor put me in a wheelchair and put me in a room . The doctor kept telling me the feeling will come back in an hour , over, over and the feeling didn't come back , so he admitted me to the hospital and I was terrified my leg was permanently paralyzed. I stayed overnight and 30 hours after the injection I finally got the feeling back in my leg , but I was still in severe pain !! So, my primary doctor ordered a MRI to see if there's any changes and found numerous medium to large size Tarlov cysts all over both sides of my sacrum area that can cause pain and have numerous other negative side effects. Those cysts were not on my last MRI , one week prior . I believe all my Tarlov cysts were formed from my botched spinal epidural that accidentally injected into my spinal column that caused me extreme pain when it paralyzed my right leg for 30 hours and blew out my spinal cord at the bottom and formed all my tarlov cysts because it didn't have anywhere else to expand except at the bottom of my spinal cord because
      Inside Tarlov cysts contains SPINAL FLUID, NERVE endings and nerve fibers. Nerve fibers can be within the wall of the cyst . The cysts are an extension of my spinal cord !! I think the cysts were caused from the botched lower lumbar epidural. The meds accidentally went into my spinal cord and didn't have anywhere else to go , but to expand out at the end of my spinal cord and formed all my Tarlov cysts in my sacrum area. They all contain spinal fluid and nerve endings , so it has to be an extension of my spinal cord .No wonder I was in extreme pain . . Cyst size can go up and down in size when my spinal fluid pressure changes depending on my activity .They're painful because there's pressure on the nerves endings inside the cyst . There's only a few doctors in the country that will do surgery on them for obvious reasons ; it's filled with nerves and spinal fluid. So, it's something else painful I'll have to deal with for life because of an easy quick "SAFE" spinal epidural.
      I've recently learned that spinal injections are not FDA approved because they're too dangerous, but doctors have been doing them for decades . They also speed up bone loss , so they'll have a pain patient for life . Numberous epidurals gave me severe osteoporosis and now my bone is to weak to hold screws for a double fusion I need and it's caused a vertebrae compression fracture from doing nothing and I could get more. . All the spinal epidurals I've had never helped my pain .
      Doctors are focused on putting off spine surgery to correct the problem ; like moderate bilateral (both sides of the spine) stenosis/pinched nerve and are more concerned with destroying the nerve , so your brain won't feel the pain signal , but the nerve is still pinched and continues to get damaged more and more until the nerve is permanently damaged and in the lower back you start to lose important functions like bladder , bowl and leg control, but if the numerous spinal epidurals work for you, you won't feel the pain.
      That's like driving your car and the "Check Engine Soon" warning light comes on and flashing trying to warn you something major is happening and you pull over , open the hood and pull out the wire to make the "Check Engine Soon" light to stop flashing and go away and you get back in your car and keep driving it and ignore the warning light came on. Something is still wrong and going to break down soon !! But, that's how doctors are treating patients that obviously need surgery. Me being one of them.
      C'mon that's common sense.
      Your body pain signals for a reason , it's to alert you that something is wrong , you're injured and need attention. Those nerves that send pain signals are so important ; if the doctor destroys them , your body will keep making new ones and another irony is the newer nerves are more and more sensitive to pain !! So, you'll be a lifetime patient.
      Over the years from experience and a lot of reading I've lost a lot of faith in doctors .
      I've also noticed a lot of spinal doctors on RUclips seem to be pushing an agenda and it's a very painful one and it's very obvious to those with some common sense .
      Focused on fixing the problem while you still can .

  • @Likittysplit
    @Likittysplit 8 месяцев назад +1

    Recommended afraid. How long does it last? Done at surgical center.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  8 месяцев назад

      It depends on each nerve block. You can always ask your provider if you have any concerns!

  • @dwayneanderson8140
    @dwayneanderson8140 6 месяцев назад +1

    They're recommending a nerve block stimulator for my arthritic ankle joint.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  6 месяцев назад

      Tell us how it goes!

  • @bobbycravens9103
    @bobbycravens9103 Год назад +5

    I've had 2 nerve blocks in my lower lumbar for bulging disc and pinched nerves . The first nerve block lasted around 10 days and the pain returned slowly , it was rather expensive so I didn't do another for a few years . I just had another one done yesterday on the same thing and it helped , but not as well as the first time . I'm not looking for it to last , so I probably won't have it done again , just because of how expensive it is , and it kinda hurts . I'll just continue with the ibuprofen 800mg twice a day and deal with the rest . I've tried physical therapy , chiropractic care and neither worked for me , guess I'll just have to deal with pain till I die

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад +1

      So sorry to hear that! We have other videos on disc herniations too!

    • @nancyweliczko9334
      @nancyweliczko9334 11 месяцев назад +1

      I am in the same boat with my neck, I had PT, shots, blockers, and burning of the nerves. I had relief for a short time and the pain came back worse then before so now I just deal with it by putting heat, ice, creams, ibuprofen and soft range of motion exercises.

    • @1888bry
      @1888bry 6 месяцев назад +1

      Volturen helps. It might be toxic to a certain level.

    • @cecilehaslam7536
      @cecilehaslam7536 3 месяца назад

      I know how you feel.😢 It's a waste of money. What use is it when you only get relief of pain for a day. 😢

  • @tlccraftsdiys4158
    @tlccraftsdiys4158 Год назад +1

    Yes in my Sciatica and ankle to block pain for my right ankle my question is will i still have feeling in my leg

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      I guess that is something to chat with your doctor about!!

  • @lynettebillings4576
    @lynettebillings4576 8 месяцев назад +1

    Heck L5 pain on Gabapentin not helping should I slowly reduce ,having nerve block in two weeks ,fingers crossed the pain is getting me down ,thank you for your advice

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  8 месяцев назад

      Unfortunately we aren't able to give direct advice on whether or not you should move forward with medical procedures. That's something you should definitely discuss with your provider.

  • @pamelaitw4057
    @pamelaitw4057 2 месяца назад

    Thanks to sharing

  • @SteveVi0lence
    @SteveVi0lence 11 месяцев назад +1

    Are nerve blocks the same as epidural anti inflammatory? Ive been told as a 31 year old to get a tens unit surgically instilled in my spine. Does phantom pain persist with the nerve ending being burned off?

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much for the comment. Nerve blocks and epidurals are definitely different and there are many different types of nerve blocks. When you talk about nerve endings being "burned off" it sounds like you are referring to a rhizotomy which burns or cuts select nerves in the hopes of reducing pain signal delivery to the brain. People can respond very differently to these procedures. Some find if brings relief while others continue to have similar or increased pain symptoms. Pain is so complex that it is difficult to know if doing nerve procedures like this will have the desired outcome.

  • @Harvester51061
    @Harvester51061 5 месяцев назад +1

    Im set to have one in July

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  5 месяцев назад

      Hope it gives you the results you are looking for!

    • @sachah8008
      @sachah8008 3 месяца назад

      How’d it go?

  • @atdepaulis
    @atdepaulis Год назад +2

    I am having one this afternoon on my low back lol trying to see if I am a candidate for nerve ablation.. we shall see

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      Keep us updated!

    • @jgumm789
      @jgumm789 Год назад

      Good luck!

    • @kerryking2139
      @kerryking2139 8 месяцев назад

      I was supposed to do the medial branch lumbar facet joint but they wanted to do eight injections at once I would have been asleep but I worried about the amount of injections and the pain I might of had after so I proposed the procedure

    • @komrad7907
      @komrad7907 7 месяцев назад

      Hi , how did it go for you?? Hope you're doing better

  • @StephenBarnes-z6c
    @StephenBarnes-z6c 4 месяца назад

    I have nerve block injections because I have severe migraines.Which I've found really helpful don't think I'd want surgery though.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  4 месяца назад

      I'm happy to hear that!

  • @tabithaking742
    @tabithaking742 Месяц назад

    im suppose to get an iovera injection the 24th. im scared of possible damage

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Месяц назад

      Definitely concerns that you should discuss with your doctor or with a second opinion before going ahead with it!

  • @deborahhayes825
    @deborahhayes825 Год назад +1

    I've had both knee and shoulder nerve blocks several times. Do you have to have sedation before being given a nerve block. I was told it was for anxiety and I don't need it; I've never been anxious before any of my 14 surgeries. I want to know if the sedation is a medical medical necessity.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      I guess I'm not sure because that is not my area of expertise!

    • @MrPdice
      @MrPdice 11 месяцев назад

      Sedation is optional. I have received two of these procedures without sedation.

  • @susanhart9923
    @susanhart9923 3 месяца назад

    yes, a nerve block has been recommended for the pain in my shoulder. I had a cortisone injection in the shoulder that only lasted about a week.
    I've been through physical therapy without much benefit. i've had 3 strokes and can walk with a cane but but this reallyintensifies the shoulder pain' They also found a small tear in my rotator cuff but it was so small surgery was not recommended at this time. I need more practise with the cane but the pain has really held me back. I'm hoping the nerve block can buy me some time using the cane so I can be more mobile. I know a nerve block only lasts a short while but any pain relief is qelcomed. I do not use any pain meds beside tylenol.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  3 месяца назад

      Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Here's a short video on some exercises for Rotator cuff: ruclips.net/video/y315xjkZ2DA/видео.htmlsi=zQNrjMQTI1ecL-J5

  • @vikinTexas
    @vikinTexas Год назад +1

    I just had a cervical C4 C6 nerve block today in my doctor'soffice.
    I felt like a bobblehead, my husband had to help me anytime I had to move due to the fact that I feel like I may fall forward.
    As of now it's only been 2 hours so we'll see how it goes from here. 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @bond2764
      @bond2764 Год назад

      Hows it going?

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      Thank you for sharing your experience with us!

  • @martycharters7715
    @martycharters7715 3 месяца назад

    I have compressed lower vertebrae pinching the nerves in my lower back and nerve blockage has been recommended. I don't know if I want to go through with it. Very expensive and doesn't last very long.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  3 месяца назад +1

      Definitely benefits and risks to consider! I'd chat more about it with someone in person who knows more about your situation. Just make sure to ask lots of questions about the risks and the possible positive or negative outcomes.

    • @martycharters7715
      @martycharters7715 3 месяца назад

      @@docjenfit THANKS FOR THE REPLY\

  • @jeffreyjourdonais298
    @jeffreyjourdonais298 Год назад +2

    I just had a cyst drained and corticosteroids injected in the facet joint. I don't have back or sciatic pain for the first time in years.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      I'm so glad you feel better!

  • @easytogrowfoodathome3153
    @easytogrowfoodathome3153 2 года назад

    Yes for my Sciatica but I am interested in finding out if it will block other problems that can harm me. I have been advised for 1 injection each week for 8 weeks.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  2 года назад

      It always depends on exactly what is going on in your specific case and the plan to get your body to be able to naturally regulate symptoms without the need for continual nerve blocks or injections!

    • @komrad7907
      @komrad7907 7 месяцев назад

      Hi ! Are you doing any better? Did you do the B12 injections
      Glute area? That's what I got told to do for sciatica, and if that doesn't work then I will try the root block....

  • @Likittysplit
    @Likittysplit 8 месяцев назад +1

    Whats the point if it lasts for less than 24 hours?

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  8 месяцев назад

      Often times they’re used for a temporary relief.

  • @TakeTheRide
    @TakeTheRide 5 месяцев назад

    Does a nerve block work for muscle injury? I don't have nerve damage, I have lower, mid back muscle damage from head-on car impact. 3.5 years later it still hurts to carry a bag of groceries. I'm a scuba diver and I've always been active. I'm tired of hurting. Any suggestions? Thanks. 😊

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  4 месяца назад +1

      We talk about how nerve blocks can sometimes be beneficial, but we want to make sure we're tackling the root cause.

    • @TakeTheRide
      @TakeTheRide 4 месяца назад

      @@docjenfit in 3.5 years nobody has found a root cause other than I have scoliosis. My back didn't hurt at all before I had a head-on car accident. It seems to be just the lower back muscles. So will a nerve block work on muscles?

  • @louannsammons9530
    @louannsammons9530 Год назад +1

    My daughts had two for my grandchildren

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  11 месяцев назад

      Many people use this for birth!

  • @EssoTupo
    @EssoTupo 9 месяцев назад

    My husband has this fore head migraine which is cause by vein block and also burns is fore head skin

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  9 месяцев назад

      Hopefully he can find some relief!

  • @patriciamelodylinders8612
    @patriciamelodylinders8612 3 месяца назад

    I had one today and dont know how to feel.I still have pain

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  3 месяца назад

      You're not alone, Patrica. We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. Hoping some of this info helped a bit.

  • @louannsammons9530
    @louannsammons9530 Год назад +1

    My sister.
    Had one

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you for sharing!

  • @user-crpsdiaries
    @user-crpsdiaries 10 месяцев назад

    What damage can it do after. I have CRPS & even a needle can spread it.
    Not many in the medical world know about CRPS & yet it's the most painful condition known to man. As serious as cancer.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  10 месяцев назад +1

      I guess there are varying short and long term symptoms that can arise from this. Unfortunately hard to say for certain though. You are also correct that there isn't enough awareness of CRPS

  • @gammonhound
    @gammonhound Год назад

    Yeah about 3 weeks ago for DDD with right side and left side stenosis worse on the right so injection on the right lumbar lower back it seems to be working well

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад +1

      Good to hear it's working!

    • @gammonhound
      @gammonhound Год назад

      @@docjenfit Started doing core exercises and exercise bike :-)

  • @vamsisrikanthrallabandi7015
    @vamsisrikanthrallabandi7015 Год назад

    My doctor told that he had given nerve block after surgery how many days I feel painless??

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      It really depends on the type of block and amount of medication.

  • @tone569
    @tone569 4 месяца назад

    Recommended to have a nerve block had surgery to fix Laceration to the back of my hand and Extender tendon. Repair Had severe pain before the surgery and now after 5 months latter it's worse they have tried All the
    Neurological meds that just i can't take that stuff horrible side effects

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  3 месяца назад

      This is definitely a risk of a procedure like that. I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope you find someone who can get you on a good rehab plan

  • @vickiwilbur1545
    @vickiwilbur1545 2 месяца назад

    I had a nerve block

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  2 месяца назад

      Thanks so much for sharing :) Hopefully it has helped you with your pain.

  • @Spectre2434
    @Spectre2434 10 месяцев назад

    Yassssss...had nerve block ❤❤❤

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you for sharing!

    • @komrad7907
      @komrad7907 7 месяцев назад

      How long did the pain relief last for you? I was diagnosed with sciatica and herniated disk

    • @Spectre2434
      @Spectre2434 7 месяцев назад

      A few weeks

  • @g.d.clakmali6234
    @g.d.clakmali6234 Год назад

    Please told me it,s good

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      Hope you found the info in the video helpful!

  • @donnawilliams9635
    @donnawilliams9635 8 дней назад

    Yes 2

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  7 дней назад

      Thanks for the comment!

  • @Likittysplit
    @Likittysplit 8 месяцев назад +1

    Epidurals with corticosteroids did not work.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  8 месяцев назад

      Everyone does react to them a bit differently!

  • @TraceyG-se7ty
    @TraceyG-se7ty 7 месяцев назад

    I get nerve blocks 2 x a week

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  7 месяцев назад

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @komrad7907
      @komrad7907 7 месяцев назад

      Hi I was wondering how you're doing now? So far, I've just done B12 injections into the glute, but they're so temporary
      I have herniated disk and sciatica

  • @DavidHigginbotham-d5i
    @DavidHigginbotham-d5i Год назад

    I had a nerve block today in the back of my head and it still munb after seven hour is that mornal

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  11 месяцев назад

      Unfortunately, there's no way for me to determine anything through youtube, but always reach out to your doctor if there's concern!

  • @1888bry
    @1888bry 6 месяцев назад +1

    Some people they help. Dr has to, make those airplane payments on time !

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you for watching!

  • @daniellalambert9941
    @daniellalambert9941 Год назад +1

    Never had one , said no to them. 2 kids natural childbirth no epidural. Resent open heart surgery, said no to nerve block.

  • @richkidddasmoker6756
    @richkidddasmoker6756 8 месяцев назад

    Ya 4 shots in my chin when I just bust it open

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  8 месяцев назад

      Thanks for sharing!

  • @LukeLittler-hf4zt
    @LukeLittler-hf4zt 6 месяцев назад

    chiropractic will make u worse for sure

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you for watching!

  • @leeannconnolly1955
    @leeannconnolly1955 Год назад

    I had s nerve block my ladt knee replacement in Dec l was sent home with s nerve block. To me there are a god send snd should be longer the first two weeks after replacing kneea two weeks block would make recovery less painful and quicker.

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      Glad you found it so helpful after your surgery!

  • @davidlewis9213
    @davidlewis9213 Год назад +1

    Yes, I had a nerve block I’m here

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  Год назад

      Ooh! Thanks for sharing :)

  • @payal5338
    @payal5338 2 года назад

    Hey jen first of all gratitude for what you doing good for the society and people.... Actually I am suffering from a lot of physical issues, that i guess somewhat connected to each other as far I studied on google
    Can you please provide email id or telegram link so i can get your help... Rather I am no where on any social media. Plz plz plz

    • @docjenfit
      @docjenfit  2 года назад

      You could always check out our platform Jen Health that has programs that people can follow based on different body parts! Get a free trial here at Jen.Health/freetrial