Nerve Blocks

What to Know

1. List the indications, contraindications, and limitations of ultrasound guided nerve blocks.
2. Identify clinically relevant sonographic anatomy of the deep and peripheral nerves of the upper and lower extremities.
3. Preform the required sonographic and procedural protocols.
4. Recognize common findings and pitfalls of ultrasound guided nerve blocks.

What to Read: Introduction to Bedside Ultrasound
Free iBook download Vol 1 and Vol 2

Chapter 11: Brachial Plexus Nerve Blocks

Chapter 20: Femoral Nerve Block

Chapter 21: Peripheral Nerve Block

Where to Learn More

US Podcasts
Mike Stone's TAP Block 2015
Mike Stone's Tibial Nerve Block 2015
Mike Stone's Superficial Plexus Blocks 2015
Mike Stone's Sciatic and Ankle Blocks 6/18/2013 
Mike Stone's Brachial Plexus Blocks 6/10/2013  
Mike Stone's Nerve Block Overview 5/28/2013 
Femoral Nerve Blocks 3/1/2012 

Key Articles

1. Stone MB, Wang R, Price DD. Ultrasound-guided supraclavicular brachial plexus nerve block vs procedural sedation for the treatment of upper extremity emergencies. Am J Emerg Med. 2008;26(6):706-10. doi:10.1016/j.ajem.2007.09.011.

Self Assessment Quiz Pending