Regional anesthesia in orthopedic surgery

Regional anesthesia in orthopedic surgery involves numbing a specific area of the body to prevent pain during and after procedures, such as joint or bone surgeries. Instead of general anesthesia, which makes you fully unconscious, regional anesthesia targets nerves supplying the surgical site, blocking pain signals. Techniques include nerve blocks or spinal/epidural anesthesia. This approach often reduces the need for opioids, lowers side effects, and allows quicker recovery while maintaining effective pain control. It is tailored to provide precise pain relief with minimal impact on consciousness, improving patient comfort and surgical outcomes.