J Korean Orthop Assoc.  2022 Jun;57(3):191-203. 10.4055/jkoa.2022.57.3.191.

Ultrasound Guided Nerve Block for the Postoperative Pain Management

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  • 1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Konyang University, Daejeon, Korea
  • 2Hanmaeum Orthopedic Clinic, Daejeon, Korea

Abstract

Postoperative pain is one of the most common reasons for delayed discharge and can impede the recovery of joint motion and rehabilitation. Recently, an ultrasound-guided nerve block was shown to be the most effective method to control postoperative pain. Under ultrasound guidance, orthopedic surgeons can safely perform the nerve block procedure. This review discusses th

Keyword

postoperative pain; ultrasonography; upper extremity; lower extremity; nerve block
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