Suprascapular Nerve Block

The Suprascapular Nerve conveys pain signals from the shoulder joint, as well as some components of the rotator cuff and some of the acromioclavicular joint.   Blocking it with an injection of local anaesthetic can provide temporary relief of shoulder pain.  Longer-lasting pain relief can then follow with other techniques if this proves effective.

See other techniques on this website for the treament of Shoulder Pain:

• Pulsed Radiofrequency Treatment of the Suprascapular Nerve
• Suprascapular Nerve Stimulation

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Northern Pain Centre can facilitate you obtaining a second opinion. Please discuss this with us.

Learn more

• Education video: Suprascapular Nerve Block
• Northern Pain Centre Patient Education Sheet – Suprascapular Nerve Block
• Northern Pain Centre Patient Education Sheet – Preoperative Medication List – Category B
• Northern Pain Centre Post Procedure Pain Diary

Disclaimer

The contents contained within this page are not a substitute for your own independent health professional’s advice, diagnosis or treatment. Northern Pain Centre treats every patient’s condition individually and provides evidence-based treatments to suit this.  Treatment’s may vary based on this individual assessment and your medical history.  If you would like to find out whether our treatments are suitable for your specific condition, please arrange a consultation with one of our team.  Please note there are risks associated with any procedure, and some are more common than others.  You should discuss the risks associated with any recommended treatment with your doctor. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Northern Pain Centre can facilitate you obtaining a second opinion. Please discuss this with us.