Spinal anaesthetic

What is a spinal anaesthetic?

A spinal anaesthetic involves injecting drugs into an area called the subarachnoid space near the spinal cord. The drugs numb your nerves to give pain relief in certain areas of your body. Spinal anaesthetic can be used either on their own while you are awake, or in combination with sedation or general anaesthesia. They can also be used after your operation to give effective pain relief. Spinal anaesthetic

What does the procedure involve?

Your anaesthetist will insert the needle, inject drugs through it and then remove the needle (see figure 1). It should not be painful, although it can be uncomfortable. A spinal anaesthetic usually lasts between one to three hours. The anaesthetist will put enough drugs through the needle to make sure that it lasts longer than the expected length of the operation.

What complications can happen?

Failure of the spinal
Low blood pressure
Headache
Itching
Bladder-emptying problems
Backache
Loss or change of hearing
Nerve damage

Spinal anaesthetic summary

A spinal can be used for most people, usually giving a safe and effective form of pain relief both during and after your operation.

Pricing

Spine injection for pain (1-2) (local anaesthetic)

Patient pathway	Initial consultation	Main treatment	Post discharge care	Total
Hospital fees	N/A	£1,950	Included	£1,950
Consultants fees	£200	Included	Included	£200
Total	£2,150

Initial consultation
Hospital fees	N/A
Consultants fees	£200

Main treatment
Hospital fees	£1,950
Consultants fees	Included

Post discharge care
Hospital fees	Included
Consultants fees	Included

Total	£2,150

Terms & Conditions

This is a guide price for your consultation and treatment package. Your consultant will be able to discuss treatment options and costs with you (subject to your pre-assessment tests) so you are able to make an informed decision that's right for you. Not all consultants participate in the treatment package option as displayed above. The fixed cost will be confirmed in writing at time of booking your treatment. Prices can be subject to change. For more information please refer to our terms and conditions.

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