Lumbar Sympathetic Block Treatment in Turkey
About Lumbar Sympathetic Block
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with no surgical incision.Provides both diagnostic information and therapeutic pain relief.Performed under precise image guidance (fluoroscopy) for accuracy.Can significantly improve blood flow and reduce pain in the legs and feet.Typically performed as an outpatient procedure with a short recovery time.Offers an alternative or adjunct to oral pain medications and more invasive surgeries./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Type I or II affecting the lower limb.
- Peripheral vascular disease causing ischemic pain or rest pain.
- Phantom limb pain following amputation.
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) of the lower extremities.
- Certain types of neuropathic pain or neuralgias in the leg.
- Frostbite or other cold-induced injuries.
- As a diagnostic test to confirm sympathetic-mediated pain.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation and provide a full list of medications, especially blood thinners.
- You may be asked to stop certain medications like aspirin or anticoagulants several days prior, as directed by your doctor.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours before the procedure if sedation is planned.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure, as sedation may impair your abilities.
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to the appointment.
- Inform your doctor of any allergies, particularly to iodine, contrast dye, or local anesthetics.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, bruising, or infection at the injection site.
- Temporary numbness, weakness, or a feeling of warmth/heaviness in the leg.
- Accidental injection into a blood vessel or the spinal canal (very rare with image guidance).
- Injury to nearby structures like kidneys or nerves.
- Allergic reaction to the contrast dye or medications used.
- Post-procedure pain flare or headache.
- Failure to provide adequate or lasting pain relief.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You will be monitored in a recovery area for 30-60 minutes after the procedure.
- You may feel immediate pain relief, but the full diagnostic effect is assessed over the next few hours.
- Rest for the remainder of the day; avoid strenuous activity for 24-48 hours.
- Keep the injection site clean and dry. You may apply ice if there is minor soreness.
- Resume your regular medications as instructed by your doctor.
- Keep a pain diary to track your response and report the results at your follow-up appointment.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe pain, fever, or significant leg weakness.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering lumbar sympathetic block in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for lumbar sympathetic block in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform lumbar sympathetic block. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for lumbar sympathetic block compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Lumbar Sympathetic Block in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing lumbar sympathetic block.
Istanbul, Turkey
38 Doctors
Vivaan Chopra, a 42-year-old software architect...
Vivaan Chopra, a 42-year-old software architect and father of two, developed excruciating pain and a persistent cold sensation in his right foot following a minor motorcycle accident six months prior. Diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Type I, his foot was discolored, swollen, and so sensitive that even the weight of a bedsheet was unbearable. He could no longer play cricket with his sons or focus at work. His neurosurgeon, Dr. Mehta, recommended a diagnostic and therapeutic Lumbar Sympathetic Block to interrupt the misfiring pain signals from his sympathetic nerves. During the procedure, Vivaan felt anxious but was reassured by the team. He experienced immediate warmth returning to his foot upon injection. Over the next week, the burning pain reduced by 70%, allowing him to sleep through the night and begin gentle physiotherapy. Emotionally, he transitioned from despair and feeling like a burden to his family to one of cautious hope and regained agency, viewing the procedure as the first real step back towards his old life.
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