Medial Branch Block Injection Treatment in London

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A medial branch block injection in London is a diagnostic procedure used to determine whether facet joints are the source of pain in the neck or lower back. Local anaesthetic is placed around the medial branch nerves that carry pain signals from these joints. Temporary pain relief after the injection helps identify the exact structure responsible for symptoms.

It precisely targets the small medial branch nerves that supply the facet joints to uncover whether they are truly causing your pain.

Dr Purnajyoti Banerjee performs the procedure using image guidance to ensure accurate placement and safe delivery.

Targeted Medial Branch Block Injection in London

A medial branch nerve block (also called a facet joint nerve block) involves a local anaesthetic injected near the medial branch nerves.

It delivers short-acting pain relief used for diagnostic purposes and is a diagnostic medial branch block to confirm if facet joints are causing your symptoms. Patients often report neck or lower back pain that is worse with movement or extension.

What To Expect?

You feel genuine hope when pain eases during daily activities.

This pinpoints whether the facet joints are truly responsible.

Dr Purnajyoti Banerjee performs an image-guided injection using X-ray (fluoroscopy) with utmost care.

It may be a lumbar medial branch block or cervical medial branch block, depending on your symptoms.

The procedure is a day-case procedure performed under sterile conditions.

You return home the same day, often with clearer answers.

Who this treatment is designed for

A medial branch block injection is for those whose back or neck pain has stolen joy from simple movements and has resisted rest, therapy, or tablets.

It is particularly appropriate for:

Aching that intensifies with twisting or arching

Stiffness that makes mornings or long sits unbearable

Pain is focused in the spine without radiating further

Frustration after treatments that haven’t helped

Desire for certainty before committing to bigger steps

Temporary pain relief used to guide further treatment brings real peace of mind.

What Benefits Do Patients Notice

Moments of real freedom from constant ache

Confidence that treatment will target the right place

Reduced fear of unnecessary procedures

Clearer roadmap toward longer-term comfort

Helps avoid unnecessary or ineffective treatments

Recovery and risk considerations

You rest briefly in comfort and head home soon after. Mild soreness at the site may last a few hours. Normal light activity is encouraged right away.

Risks are low with expert care

Temporary flare of discomfort

Small bruise

Brief numbness

This safe step is often performed before radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for lasting relief.

Procedure Overview

Element	Details
Setting	Specialist outpatient spine clinic
Duration	Usually 15–25 minutes
Numbing method	Local anaesthetic used
Imaging	X-ray (fluoroscopy) guidance
Discharge	Same-day return home

Restore Spinal Movement With Expert Care

Persistent spinal pain requires accurate diagnosis, not assumption. A medial branch block injection helps confirm the pain source and supports targeted treatment decisions.

With more than two decades of spinal practice, Dr Purnajyoti Banerjee specialises in precise, image-guided injection therapy.