The Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) is an advanced procedure that targets a nerve cluster in the neck to alleviate pain and reduce stress. Initially used for chronic pain management, it is now gaining recognition as a treatment for PTSD, anxiety, and other stress-related conditions.
SGB involves a precise injection of a local anesthetic near the stellate ganglion, a nerve bundle in the neck. This temporarily blocks pain signals and regulates the sympathetic nervous system, providing fast relief from chronic pain and easing symptoms of anxiety and PTSD.
Many patients experience relief shortly after the procedure.
Helps manage chronic pain effectively.
May ease symptoms of PTSD and stress-related conditions.
A minimally invasive procedure with a short recovery time.
Possible side effects include:
A comprehensive evaluation helps determine if SGB is the right choice for you.
A thorough evaluation to determine if SGB is the right fit.
A precise injection near the stellate ganglion using imaging guidance.
Patients are monitored for response and any side effects.
Follow-up visits to assess results and plan further treatment if needed.
Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) is a minimally invasive procedure offered in Southern California that targets nerves in the neck involved in the body’s stress and fight-or-flight response.
SGB treatment in SoCal may help support relief for:
PTSD
Anxiety
Chronic stress
Panic symptoms
Trauma-related nervous system dysregulation
Certain chronic pain conditions
A Stellate Ganglion Block is an injection performed in a medical setting that temporarily blocks nerves in the neck to help regulate the body’s stress response.
SGB helps reduce overactivity in the sympathetic nervous system, allowing the body to shift out of fight-or-flight mode.
The procedure typically takes 15–30 minutes, followed by a short recovery period.
Most Southern California patients report minimal discomfort. A local anesthetic is used during the procedure.
Some patients notice improvement within hours or days, though individual results may vary.
Patients often have questions about:
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Safety and medical supervision
Appointment scheduling and clinic hours
Location and accessibility
Payment options and financing
SoCal Infusions (Southern California Infusion Therapy) is a Pasadena-based clinic specializing in ketamine infusions and advanced infusion therapies for treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and chronic pain conditions.
SoCal Infusions uses ketamine to help adults with complex mood and pain conditions, including major depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), neuropathic pain, migraines, fibromyalgia, restless leg syndrome, and select postpartum mood symptoms.
Patients begin with a medical evaluation. If ketamine is appropriate, the anesthesiology-led team creates a personalized infusion plan—typically a series of IV treatments delivered in a monitored, spa-like setting. Symptoms are closely tracked, and treatment plans are adjusted as needed.
The clinic is located at 301 S Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 301, Pasadena, CA, in a medical office building near major streets and local hospitals. It is convenient for patients from Pasadena, South Pasadena, and surrounding communities.
Appointments are typically available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
SoCal Infusions does not accept insurance for treatments. However, the clinic partners with third-party financing providers, such as CareCredit, to offer flexible payment options.
Good candidates are typically adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain who have not responded well to standard treatments. The medical team reviews your health history, medications, and current symptoms to determine whether ketamine is a safe and appropriate option.
Southern California Infusion Therapy offers the latest in innovative new treatments for chronic pain and mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and OCD.
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