Suprascapular nerve block: important procedure in clinical practice. Part II

Area of Science:

• Pain Management
• Neurology
• Orthopedics

Background:

• Suprascapular nerve block is a proven treatment for shoulder pain.
• Widely used by rheumatologists, orthopedists, neurologists, and pain specialists.
• Effective for chronic conditions like rotator cuff injury, arthritis, and adhesive capsulitis.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review and detail the techniques for performing suprascapular nerve blocks.
• To describe potential complications associated with the procedure.
• To complement previous review on indications, drugs, and volumes.

Main Methods:

• Detailed description of various suprascapular nerve block accesses (direct, indirect, anterior, posterior, lateral, medial, upper, lower).
• Literature review of described techniques and complications.
• Focus on procedural details not covered in Part I.

Main Results:

• Multiple access options exist for performing the suprascapular nerve block.
• Complications, though rare, can occur with the procedure.
• The review provides a comprehensive overview of procedural techniques.

Conclusions:

• Suprascapular nerve block is a reliable and effective method for shoulder pain control.
• Proper patient indication is crucial for successful outcomes.
• The procedure should be considered as a therapeutic option when indicated.