half of infected people temporarily lose their ability to perceive smells, although this may be as high as 67% in those with mild to moderate infections
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Public health actions, such as social distancing, are necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but they can make us feel isolated and lonely and can increase stress and anxiety.
A New Approach To Treating Long Covid is Here!
An exciting recent medical innovation offers promising potential to treat symptoms of Long Covid!
The Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) is an out-patient procedure which places an anesthetic agent on the Stellate Ganglion.
Minimally invasive and completed in as little as 30 minutes, SGB can help reduce the intensity of symptoms of Long Covid.
Fatigue
One of the most common symptoms of long haul covid. Fatigue that you haven’t experienced prior to your original covid 19 positive test, that has persisted since overcoming the active infection has been reported with long covid. Fatigue related symptoms can keep a patient from living the fulfilling life they desire.
Cough
A familiar symptom to many, short bouts of coughing related to an active illness are expected. A new, chronic cough which has persisted since overcoming an initial positive covid 19 test has been reported as a symptom of long haul covid.
Memory or concentration problems (Brain Fog)
One of the more confounding symptoms that patients have reported following recovery from covid 19 is persistent trouble with memory or concentration. Sometimes described as ‘brain fog,’ this lack of mental clarity can be detrimental both at home and at work.
Sleep Problems
Issues falling asleep and staying asleep have been associated with long haul covid. Sleep problems that have emerged and persisted following a covid 19 infection can have adverse effects on quality of life and be detrimental to a patient’s long term health.
Depression or Anxiety
A change in mood or increased anxiety has been reported by those who have recently overcome a covid19 diagnosis. These changes can be confusing and have an effect upon personal relationships as well as the person’s ability to function to their full potential inside and outside of the home.
Loss of taste or smell
One of the signature symptoms of covid 19 has been a loss of taste and smell. Those suffering from long haul covid continue to suffer from the inability to smell or taste in the manner that they previously could.
Stellate Ganglion Block and its use for Long Haul Covid symptoms is experimental
Though scientific research has shown evidence that Stellate Ganglion Block has the potential to aid in post covid treatment, it does not represent a cure or treatment for Covid 19 or Long Haul Covid symptoms. Dr. Spiel is excited to continue being at the forefront of medicine and procedures which can help people enjoy a better quality of life. As with any treatment or procedure, individual results may vary.
Read the studies below for more insight on Stellate Ganglion Blocks for post covid treatment!