Distal forearm regional block anesthesia for carpal tunnel release

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Wilson KM. Journal of Hand Surgery - St Louis. [JC:ia9] 18(3):438-40, 1993 May. A technique of nerve block in the distal forearm is described for use in carpal tunnel release operations. In 70 operations, the extremities of 52 patients have been successfully anesthetized in this manner without complication. This simple anesthetic technique is recommended for use by the hand surgeon.