Ultrasound-Guided Ilioinguinal Nerve Block

Overview

This is an injection of medicine. It targets pain in the ilioinguinal nerve, which travels from your spine to your groin. This injection can help your doctor find the source of your pain. It can also give you pain relief.

Preparation

To begin, you lie down. The doctor numbs the skin and tissue of your abdomen. Next, the doctor carefully guides a needle to your nerve. An ultrasound probe lets your doctor see the needle to make sure it's placed correctly.

Injection

Finally, the medicine is injected. It bathes the nerve. It can relieve pain and reduce inflammation.

End of procedure

After the injection, you are watched in a recovery room for a brief time. Then, you can go home. Follow your doctor's instructions.