Introduction: Haematoma Block Technique Understanding In emergency and orthopaedic environments, a haematoma block is a commonly utilised treatment to alleviate discomfort during fracture manipulation. Targeting the periosteum, it entails injecting a local anaesthetic straight into the fracture haematoma, therefore greatly lowering pain. Treating dorsally inclined distal radius fractures, sometimes referred to as Colles’s fractures, this […]
Introduction to Regional Intravenous Anaesthesia Regional intravenous anaesthesia (RIVA) is a specialised technique used to numb a limb for surgical procedures. By injecting a local anaesthetic into a vein below a tourniquet, doctors can achieve targeted pain relief without affecting the entire body. This method is particularly useful for hand and wrist surgeries, where precision
Introduction to Regional Nerve Blockade Regional nerve blockade is a highly effective and reliable method for providing anesthesia in emergency settings. It is particularly useful for procedures involving the hand and proximal femur, offering targeted pain relief while minimizing systemic side effects. This guide explores common techniques, including the ring block, metacarpal block, ulnar and
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