The Suprascapular Nerve Block: Techniques and Outcomes
The suprascapular nerve block (SSNB) is discussed in the literature but not widely adopted as a treatment option for certain shoulder conditions such as adhesive capsulitis or shoulder dislocation. In todays post, we will briefly review the anatomy, discuss the technique and review some of the literature on the indications.
Anatomy
The Block
Shoulder Dislocation
Adhesive Capsulitis
Adhesive capsulitis, more commonly termed frozen shoulder, is an excellent candidate for SSNB. Ozkan et al found patients pain scores and range of motion significantly improved after SSNB.[6]Ozkan, Korhan, et al. “Suprascapular nerve block for the treatment of frozen shoulder.” Saudi journal of anaesthesia 6.1 (2012): 52. Jung et al found similar effectiveness when they compared intra-articular injection with or without SSNB.[7]Jung, Tae Wan, et al. “Does combining a suprascapular nerve block with an intra-articular corticosteroid injection have an additive effect in the treatment of adhesive capsulitis? A comparison … Continue reading The patients in the SSNB arm had better range of motion at both 2 weeks and 2 months follow up. At 1 year follow up, the SSNB group still had better pain and range of motion scores than the group that received intra-articular injection only. Shanahan had similar findings with reduction in pain and increased patient satisfaction scores.
Additional Conditions
Summary
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References[+]
↑1 | Moen, Todd C., et al. “Suprascapular neuropathy: what does the literature show?.” Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery 21.6 (2012): 835-846. |
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↑2 | Ozkan K, Ozcekic AN, Sarar S, et al. Suprascapular nerve block for the treatment of frozen shoulder. Saudi J Anaesth 2012; 6: 52–55. |
↑3 | https://radiologykey.com/suprascapular-nerve-block-2/ |
↑4 | Kaya, Murtaza, et al. “Interscalene or suprascapular block in a patient with shoulder dislocation.” The American journal of emergency medicine 35.1 (2017): 195-e1. |
↑5 | Tezel, Onur, et al. “A comparison of suprascapular nerve block and procedural sedation analgesia in shoulder dislocation reduction.” The American journal of emergency medicine 32.6 (2014): 549-552. |
↑6 | Ozkan, Korhan, et al. “Suprascapular nerve block for the treatment of frozen shoulder.” Saudi journal of anaesthesia 6.1 (2012): 52. |
↑7 | Jung, Tae Wan, et al. “Does combining a suprascapular nerve block with an intra-articular corticosteroid injection have an additive effect in the treatment of adhesive capsulitis? A comparison of functional outcomes after short-term and minimum 1-year follow-up.” Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine 7.7 (2019): 2325967119859277. |
↑8 | Messina C, Banfi G, Orlandi D, Lacelli F, Serafini G, Mauri G, Secchi F, Silvestri E, Sconfienza LM. Ultrasound-guided interventional procedures around the shoulder. Br J Radiol. 2016;89(1057):20150372. doi: 10.1259/bjr.20150372. Epub 2015 Sep 23. PMID: 26313499; PMCID: PMC4985952. |