Nerve blocks on forelimbs and hindlimbs as part of a multimodal analgesia plan
Anita Parkin
Friday, September 2, 2022
Using local blocks in conjunction with other forms of pain relief have been shown to reduce the length of hospital stays and postoperative recovery times in human patients. This article will explain common hindlimb and forelimb local blocks using electrostimulation for the correct location of the nerve to provide superior pain relief in small animals when used as part of a multimodal analgesic plan.
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