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Chronic shoulder and upper arm pain can severely affect daily function and quality of life. Patients in Montr\u00e9al, Ottawa, and Gatineau<\/strong> often present with complex pain involving the brachial plexus, cervical spine, or post-surgical changes.<\/p>\n

An interscalene brachial plexus block targets the nerves supplying the shoulder and upper limb at the level of the neck. By delivering anesthetic medication precisely between the scalene muscles, this technique can significantly reduce pain transmission.<\/p>\n

Dr. Patrice Langlois is an anesthesiologist and chronic pain specialist with extensive experience performing advanced nerve blocks. Image guidance is commonly used to enhance accuracy and safety.<\/p>\n

When integrated into a comprehensive pain management plan, interscalene blocks can reduce pain, improve mobility, and facilitate rehabilitation.<\/p>\n

If chronic shoulder or arm pain is affecting your quality of life in Montr\u00e9al, Ottawa or Gatineau, Dr. Patrice Langlois can help determine whether an interscalene brachial plexus block is appropriate.<\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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