Tag: Sgb

While daily oral pills are the standard treatment for anxiety, injectable medications are used for acute anxiety or sedation in emergency and hospital settings. This specialized approach raises the question: do people get shots for anxiety, and if so, when is it necessary?

According to a 2023 study involving 285 patients, stellate ganglion block (SGB) significantly reduced severe anxiety symptoms, with effects sustained for at least one month. So, how long does stellate ganglion block last for anxiety, and what factors influence the duration of its effects?