Nerve Blocks

The use of ultrasound guidance for nerve blocks has exploded particularly in Emergency Medicine. The blocks in this module are some of the most high yield blocks from our perspective. Before you jump in to any specific block, you should understand some basics that apply to all blocks including probe selection, contraindications, needle selection, anesthetic choice and possible complications such as LAST. Below are some recommended sources.

Nerve Block Introductions

5 Min Sono Nerve Block Basics

Additional Reading:

• EMRA Nerve Block Chapter (Beginning Section)

• Introduction to Bedside Ultrasound Vol 2 Chapter 5

• Highland Ultrasound - Femoral Block Overview

Lower Extremity Nerve Blocks (Femoral, Posterior Tibial)

Upper Extremities Blocks

Additional Reading:

• A quick 5 Min overview of almost every block can be found at Core Ultrasound Nerve Blocks