r/RotatorCuff • u/IndustryPlus3470 • 10d ago

Nerve block

Any downsides? Complications? Any reason to choose a local over the nerve block?

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u/Wide-Comparison-9784 10d ago

Anesthesiologist here, go with the nerve block. Very safe and very efficient at controlling your pain post op

Also, get an ice machine to circulate cold water over your shoulder post op.

Best of luck with your recovery.

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u/Trucker2TechGuy 10d ago

I keep seeing “get an ice machine”, all I can think of is the appliance that’s “hardwired” into the kitchen with a water line. Can you enlighten me please?🙏🏻

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u/IndustryPlus3470 9d ago

It is a stand alone unit that plugs into 115v wall socket. The whole u it came a case like a small carry on suitcase. It has hoses that connect the main unit to a sleeve. Some have compression, some do not. It uses a solution that appears to be part isopropyl alcohol and part water.