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Daily Archives: 8 December 2023

Spinal Block Vs Epidural: What’s The Difference?

Spine & BackBy Sergei Gulev8 December 2023

Spinal blocks and epidurals are both used as pain relief in labour and childbirth, but they can also be used to treat painful back and spine conditions. There are several differences between a spinal block vs epidural. In childbirth, a spinal block completely numbs the body from the chest down, while an epidural can be…

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