A medial branch block injects local anesthetic near the small medial nerves that connect to an inflamed facet joint. Medial ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that causes the immune system to attack its own tissues, especially the lining of joints, leading to joint damage and pain. When RA attacks the ...

While diagnostic blocks using local anesthetics ... providing pain relief. Medial Branch: Nerves that innervate the facet joints, playing a key role in transmitting pain signals from these joints.