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Aug 8th, 2024

Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block and Paravertebral Block (PVB): Key Differences

The Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) block and Paravertebral Block (PVB) are both regional anesthesia techniques used for pain management, but they have some key differences in terms of anatomy, technique, and clinical applications...

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    July 11th, 2024

    Understanding the iPACK Block: A Comprehensive Guide

    The iPACK block targets the articular branches of the nerves that innervate the posterior aspect of the knee, specifically the tibial, common peroneal, and obturator nerves.

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      May 23rd, 2024

      Skills Workshop Registration

      Focused hands-on skills development leading to proficiency in ultrasound guided needle placement

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        Apr 25th, 2024

        Skills Workshop Registration

        Focused hands-on skills development leading to proficiency in ultrasound guided needle placement

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          Mar 21st, 2024

          Skills Workshop Announcement

          Many of our readers are attending ASRA's 49th Annual Meeting this week to gain knowledge and the latest updates for Ultrasound Guided Nerve Block Anesthesia. We invite you to continue your learning or teaching experience with

          VALKYRIE SIMULATORS!

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            Feb 20th, 2024

            ESP and RSB Blocks: Essential "Plan A" Trunk Blocks  

            Check out RA-UK's Plan A Program for Trunk Blocks

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              Jan 24th, 2024

              Struggling to identify which blocks to include in your residency training program?

              Regional Anesthesia UK (RA-UK) has proposed a set of regional anesthetic techniques known as the Plan A Blocks. These blocks aim to standardize the education and training in performing basic level regional blocks.

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                Nov 28th, 2023

                Five Essential Blocks for Foot and Ankle Surgery

                Whether it's the posterior tibial, sural, superficial peroneal, deep peroneal, or saphenous nerve block, each technique brings its own set of advantages to the table.

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                  Oct 12th, 2023

                  The Building Blocks for Regional Anesthesia

                  To bridge the gap and promote the widespread use of regional anesthesia, this article takes a look at a back-to-basics approach.

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                    Sept 6th, 2023

                    Unlocking the Secrets of Piriformis Syndrome

                    Piriformis Syndrome is an elusive condition that likely is overlooked and overdiagnosed in equal proportions.

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                      July 25th, 2024

                      Berkeley Springs, WV ultrasound guided needle placement workshops

                      Focused hands-on skills development leading to proficiency in ultrasound guided needle placement

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                        June 20th, 2024

                        Breast Surgery: A Comprehensive Review

                        The PECS I and PECS II blocks, which are advanced ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia methods, offer effective analgesia for the thoracic and abdominal wall. 

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                          May 9th, 2024

                          The Four Blocks of the Chest

                          The world of regional anesthesia is ever-evolving, with new techniques and blocks being developed to provide effective pain management for various surgical procedures.

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                            Apr 11th, 2024

                            Combined Suprascapular and Axillary Block

                            Efficacy and safety of suprascapular nerve block combined with axillary nerve block for arthroscopic shoulder surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials 

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                              Mar 20th, 2024

                              Stellate Ganglion Block: A Comprehensive Guide for Anesthesia and Pain Management   

                              Dedicated practitioners in the realm of pain management wield a diverse arsenal of interventions to alleviate suffering.

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                                Feb 8th, 2024

                                Nerve Blocks Unveiled: Essential Upper Limb Blocks  

                                Maintaining regional block anesthesia competencies remains a challenge.

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                                  Dec 11th, 2023

                                  Happy Holidays!

                                  We wanted to take a moment to let you know how grateful we are to have customers like you!

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                                    Nov 8th, 2023

                                    Paravertebral Block vs Intercostal Nerve Block

                                    A recent systematic review and meta-analysis has shed light on the efficacy and safety of paravertebral block (PVB) versus intercostal nerve block (INB) in thoracic surgery and breast surgery.

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                                      A Step-By-Step Guide for TGSNB

                                      A Step-By-Step Guide for TGSNB

                                      The sciatic nerve can be a common cause of lower back pain as evidenced by the 2.7 million complaints...

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                                        August 17th, 2023

                                        The Breakthrough Impact of ICNB on Thoracic Pain

                                        The landscape of pain management after thoracic surgery is as dynamic as it is crucial.

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