Annals of physical and rehabilitation medicine
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Ann Phys Rehabil Med · May 2011
Case ReportsStellate ganglion blockade (SGB) for refractory index finger pain - a case report.
To identify through case study the presentation and possible pathophysiological cause of complex regional pain syndrome and its preferential response to stellate ganglion blockade. ⋯ This case demonstrates the need for practitioners from all disciplines to be able to identify the clinical characteristics of complex regional pain syndrome to instigate immediate treatment and supports the notion that stellate ganglion blockade is preferable to upper limb intravenous regional anaesthetic block for refractory index finger pain associated with complex regional pain syndrome.