Sympathetic blocks are widely used to treat visceral, ischemic, neuropathic, and sympathetically mediated pain, as well as many other conditions. The sympathetic autonomic system is intricately related to both acute and chronic pain. Activity in the sympathetic efferents can exacerbate some chronic pain states. Large sympathetic ganglia and plexi are anatomically separate from somatic nerves in prevertebral and paravertebral regions and, thus, are readily accessible to percutaneous interventions. These interventions must be performed by trained and experienced practitioners. Sympathetic blocks are complex and exact procedures requiring imaging equipment and potent medications to ensure optimal outcomes. Current methods outlining the performance of sympathetic blocks are safe and effective, alleviate suffering, and aid in the recovery of a multitude of patients. This activity reviews the physiological basis and techniques of commonly used sympathetic nerve blocks pertinent to the management of patients with chronic pain and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and managing patients with these disorders.
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