Spinal (Paravertebral, Sacral, Epidural) Blocks – an effective conservative treatment method for various spinal conditions!
Currently, the range of procedures as alternatives to surgery is extremely diverse. These interventions are designed to improve the condition of patients with acute and chronic pain in the neck and lumbar spine. One of the treatments for spinal disorders is therapeutic blockade therapy. This provides patients with quick relief and healing without the need for hospitalization, avoiding daily injections, infusions, and excessive use of painkillers.
Blocks are classified according to the segment requiring treatment:
- Cervical region – joint, anterior scalene muscle, foraminal perineural, and others.
- Thoracic region – paravertebral and costovertebral.
- Lumbar region – selective joint and epidural.
One of the most commonly used procedures is the paravertebral spinal block. It is applied in cases of common conditions such as osteochondrosis, protrusions, and intervertebral disc herniations. Paravertebral block is also indicated for myositis and spondyloarthrosis. The procedure involves injecting medication into the spinal area, at the exit points of the nerve roots, and the effect of the substance extends to the pararticular tissues (around the joints). Such injections are used in combination with traction therapy.
Sacral epidural block is used for lumbar disc herniations, radiculopathies, and degenerative spinal conditions that cause radicular pain. It helps reduce edema in the posterior parts of the discs within the sacral canal down to the L5-S1 level and provides a medicinal effect on the affected nerves and their sheaths.
Medications used for spinal blocks vary but are always carefully selected by specialists, taking into account the clinical picture and the patient’s health status.
Alongside conservative treatment, our patients receive medications that improve blood circulation in the affected area of the musculoskeletal system, enhance the nutrition of nerve roots, and restore nerve fiber functionality. Treatment includes chondroprotectors, neurotrophic therapy, vascular drugs, and B-group vitamins.