Stellate Ganglion Block Therapy

    One Injection.
    New Hope for PTSD.

    Explore the clinical evidence behind stellate ganglion block therapy. Find qualified providers. Make informed decisions about your treatment.

    60%

    Avg. PTSD Symptom Reduction

    Rae Olmsted et al., 2024 RCT

    113

    Veterans in Largest RCT

    JAMA Surgery, 2024

    40+

    Published Clinical Studies

    PubMed Database

    15+ yrs

    of Clinical Research

    Since 2008

    How SGB Works

    A straightforward, minimally invasive procedure performed in a clinical setting.

    Step 01

    Consultation

    Meet with a qualified provider to review your history, assess candidacy, and discuss expectations.

    Step 02

    The Procedure

    A local anesthetic is injected near the stellate ganglion under ultrasound guidance. Takes 15–30 minutes.

    Step 03

    Recovery & Relief

    Most patients resume normal activity within hours. Symptom improvement often begins within days.

    The Evidence Behind SGB

    SGB's effectiveness is backed by a growing body of peer-reviewed research, not anecdotes.

    2024 Randomized Controlled Trial

    113 active-duty service members showed 60% average reduction in PTSD symptoms after SGB treatment.

    Rae Olmsted et al., JAMA Surgery

    VA-Sponsored Research Programs

    Multiple VA medical centers are conducting ongoing clinical trials studying SGB for combat-related PTSD.

    U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

    15+ Years of Published Data

    Peer-reviewed studies spanning over a decade demonstrate consistent, meaningful symptom improvement.

    PubMed Database

    Have Questions About SGB?

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Evidence-based answers to common questions about stellate ganglion block therapy.

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