Why you won’t be sedated for your SGB
We don’t use sedation to administer stellate ganglion blocks. Here’s why you don’t need sedation, and what we do to make the procedure as comfortable as possible.
Do SGBs hurt?
Stellate ganglion blocks feel a bit like a flu shot, and we’ll guide you through the procedure the whole time.
How to find your own stellate ganglion
Before ultrasound or x-ray, stellate ganglion blocks were done entirely by feel. You can still use these techniques to find where your own stellate ganglion is located.
Side effects of a stellate ganglion block
We expect to see some side effects following a stellate ganglion block, and they are a good way to know that the procedure has been done correctly.
Do SGBs erase traumatic memories?
Stellate ganglion blocks reduce the stress response of traumatic memories, but they do not alter your memories of your traumatic experiences.
Walking through your stellate ganglion block
The procedure for a stellate ganglion block, broken down step-by-step.
Reasons why treatment isn’t working
Whether you’re just starting treatment or have been going for a long time, there are some reasons why you may not be seeing the efficacy you expect from treatment.
Dual sympathetic reset VS stellate ganglion block
A Dual Sympathetic Reset is a Stellate Ganglion Block with two targeted injections.
What does a stellate ganglion block treat?
The Stellate Ganglion Block – also called SGB, sympathetic nerve reset, dual sympathetic reset, or sympathetic block – targets the sympathetic nervous system. Often employed for pain relief, stellate ganglion blocks have increasingly been used for PTSD and other mental health conditions with fast-acting and impressive results.
Insurance coverage for stellate ganglion blocks
Insurance does not generally cover stellate ganglion blocks for mental health. The procedure is well established, but generally only covered for use in pain conditions (and even then it may not be consistently covered). It remains an excellent treatment option — especially considering its effectiveness and durability.
Why we love interventional treatments for mental health
Dr Wells shares why we love interventional treatments for mental health.
Ketamine vs SGB for PTSD
Ketamine infusions and stellate ganglion blocks can both be used to treat PTSD. Some patients may benefit more from one treatment or the other, or from both.
What is a stellate ganglion block?
Dr Wells goes over what a Stellate Ganglion Block is, how it works, how long it lasts, and what to expect from treatment.