Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine

Regional anesthesia is a medical technique used to block pain in specific areas of the body during surgery or medical procedures. Unlike general anesthesia, which puts a person into a deep sleep, regional anesthesia numbs only a particular region, allowing patients to remain awake and aware while feeling no pain in the targeted area. This method can also be used for pain management after surgery, helping to reduce discomfort and the need for stronger pain medications. It is commonly used in procedures like childbirth, knee surgeries, and other interventions where pain control is essential.