Painkillers have a systemic effect and only provide temporary relief; nerve blocks, on the other hand, are administered to specific inflamed nerves, resulting in more precise pain relief and a longer-lasting effect.
Local anesthesia is sufficient to complete the procedure, and most patients experience only a brief feeling of pressure or soreness, without the need for general anesthesia.
If the pain is related to nerve compression, coccyx block is very effective; however, if it is a muscle or fascia problem, it may need to be combined with SIS super magnetic energy or PRF regeneration therapy.
Numbness or heaviness in the lower limbs may occur after treatment. It is recommended to avoid walking, cycling, or driving for 6–12 hours. Avoid bathing, massage, and strenuous exercise for 3 days.
Doctors use guided imaging to precisely inject anesthetics and steroids into the lesion. The anesthetics immediately block pain signal transmission, while the steroids reduce inflammation and relieve pain within 3–5 days, providing pain relief for weeks to months.
Because GLP-1 injections delay gastric emptying, if the medication is not discontinued, even fasting may result in food residue in the stomach, increasing the risk of choking. **GLP-1 Discontinuation Guidelines:** **Weekly formulation (weekly injections) ➜ Discontinue medication 7 days before anesthesia** **Daily formulation (daily injections) ➜ Discontinue medication 24 hours before anesthesia**
Most people can return home after a period of observation in the recovery area and once their vital signs stabilize. Common temporary reactions include: drowsiness, dizziness, slowed reaction time mild nausea or sore throat (depending on individual constitution) These usually subside gradually within a few hours.
Not necessarily. Many chronic medications still need to be taken as usual, but diabetes medications and anticoagulants may need to be adjusted. The safest approach is to provide your medication list to your doctor/anesthesia team for evaluation before surgery to avoid stopping medication on your own.
Fasting is to reduce the risk of vomiting and choking (protective reflexes are weakened during anesthesia). Common recommendations: Solid food: Avoid 6–8 hours before surgery Clear liquids: Avoid 2 hours before surgery (actual instructions may vary depending on the hospital)
