In this conversation, Dr. Ashley interviews Dr. Arun Kalava, MD about the use of stellate ganglion blocks in managing pain and other medical conditions. They discuss these various conditions that can be treated with this intervention, the role of the nervous system in pain perception, and the procedure itself. Dr. Kalava explains the importance of patient selection and the potential side effects of the treatment, emphasizing that it is often a last resort for patients who have not found relief through other means. The discussion highlights the significance of understanding pain pathways and the innovative approaches to managing chronic pain.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Pain Management Modalities

02:43 Understanding the Stellate Ganglion

06:44 Conditions Treated by Stellate Ganglion Blocks

12:23 The Role of Stellate Ganglion in PTSD

15:25 Balancing the Autonomic Nervous System

18:39 Patient Selection for Stellate Ganglion Blocks

22:19 The Procedure: What to Expect

24:50 Post-Procedure Care and Side Effects

28:42 Finding Help: Tampa Pain MD

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