Sympathetic Blocks in Los Angeles
Sympathetic Blocks in Los Angeles
Break the cycle of chronic pain with targeted nerve relief
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Man in Los Angeles receiving sympathetic nerve block to manage neuropathic pain

What Are Sympathetic Blocks?

Sympathetic nerve blocks are targeted injections used to diagnose and treat chronic pain stemming from the autonomic nervous system. These blocks interrupt pain signals traveling along the sympathetic nerves, nerve chains that influence blood flow, temperature regulation, and pain response, providing powerful relief from conditions like CRPS, nerve injuries, and visceral pain.

At Remedy Health, Dr. Akash Bajaj — the best sympathetic block doctor in Los Angeles — uses precise, image-guided techniques to perform these advanced pain-relieving injections. With deep expertise as a regenerative medicine specialist in Los Angeles, Dr. Bajaj often integrates sympathetic blocks into comprehensive care plans that promote true healing, not just symptom masking.

Common Conditions Sympathetic Blocks Can Help

Sympathetic blocks are particularly effective for treating pain that doesn’t respond to traditional treatments. If your pain feels "out of proportion" or is tied to nervous system dysfunction, this may be the breakthrough therapy you need.

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS/RSD)

Burning, aching, or hypersensitive pain following injury or surgery

Circulatory or Vascular Pain Syndromes

Raynaud’s disease, ischemic limb pain

Peripheral Nerve Injuries

Pain from damaged or inflamed nerves

Visceral Abdominal or Pelvic Pain

Especially when tied to sympathetic overactivity

Post-Herpetic Neuralgia

Persistent pain after shingles

Hyperhidrosis

Excessive sweating tied to nerve dysfunction

Pain after Spinal Cord Injury

Especially in the lower extremities

Phantom Limb Pain

After limb amputation or severe trauma

What to Expect From Sympathetic Block Treatment in Los Angeles

Doctor and nurse discussing patient's full medical history to determine if a sympathetic block will help.
During your consultation, Dr. Bajaj will evaluate your full pain history, neurological symptoms, and prior treatment outcomes. As the best sympathetic block specialist in Los Angeles, he will determine if your condition involves overactivity or dysfunction of the sympathetic nervous system. Diagnostic imaging may be ordered to rule out structural issues and guide treatment planning.
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A sterile room is prepared to perform the sympathetic block.
The procedure is performed in a sterile, outpatient setting under fluoroscopic (X-ray) or ultrasound guidance. A local anesthetic is injected near a group of sympathetic nerves, such as the stellate ganglion (for upper body) or lumbar sympathetic chain (for legs and lower abdomen). The injection temporarily disrupts pain signals to reduce inflammation and reset the pain response.
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Female patient feels immediate relief after sympathetic block therapy.
You may feel immediate relief, or see improvement over the following hours to days. A successful diagnostic block may lead to repeated treatments or longer-lasting options such as neurolytic injections or regenerative therapies. Depending on your condition, Dr. Bajaj may recommend pairing sympathetic blocks with PRP or other biologics to enhance nerve recovery and healing.
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Where to Find Sympathetic Nerve Blocks in Los Angeles

At Remedy Health, we deliver the most advanced pain management options available, combining diagnostics, image-guided intervention, and regenerative medicine in Los Angeles to address the root causes of chronic pain.

Dr. Akash Bajaj, recognized as the best sympathetic block doctor in Los Angeles, brings unmatched clinical precision and a patient-first approach to every procedure. Whether you're suffering from CRPS, nerve pain, or complex post-trauma discomfort, we’re here to help you take back control.

Conveniently located in Marina del Rey, our cutting-edge surgical center serves patients throughout Los Angeles, including Santa Monica, Lynwood, Venice, Culver City, West LA, and surrounding communities. We are the only state-of-the-art pain management clinic that offers a comprehensive approach to treating not only temporary pain but also your whole health with advanced regenerative treatments.

Schedule your consultation today with the best sympathetic block specialist in Los Angeles and explore your path to real relief and healing.

Affiliations & Certifications

The University of California, Los Angeles
Affiliated with the Marina Del Rey Hospital - A Cedars-Sinai Affiliate
Marina Del Rey Hospital
Affiliated with the New York Medical College.
New York Medical College
Affiliated with the University of California - San Francisco
The University of California, San Francisco
Certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
American Board of Anesthesiology
Affiliated with Providence - Saint John's Health Center.
Providence Saint John’s Health Center
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