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Hydrodissection Treatment

Hydrodissection is an advanced, ultrasound-guided treatment designed to relieve nerve pain by gently separating compressed or irritated nerves from surrounding tissue. This minimally invasive procedure uses a targeted fluid injection to release the nerve from scar tissue, fascia, or other structures that may be causing pressure and inflammation.

At Manhattan Health, hydrodissection is used to treat a variety of nerve entrapment conditions affecting the neck, back, arms, and legs. By restoring the nerve’s ability to glide naturally within surrounding tissue, hydrodissection can significantly reduce pain, numbness, and tingling while improving overall mobility and function.

Because the procedure is performed with real-time ultrasound guidance, our physicians can precisely identify the affected nerve and deliver treatment with exceptional accuracy. This approach allows many patients to experience meaningful relief without surgery, lengthy recovery times, or extended downtime.

Find out more about arthritis pain relief by calling the office on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City or scheduling a consultation online today.

Hydrodissection Treatment Q&A

Hydrodissection is a minimally invasive procedure that uses ultrasound guidance to inject fluid around a nerve that has become compressed or trapped by surrounding tissue. The fluid gently separates the nerve from nearby structures, relieving pressure and reducing irritation.
This technique allows the nerve to move freely again within the body, which can decrease inflammation and interrupt chronic pain signals. Ultrasound-guided hydrodissection is commonly used by pain specialists to treat nerve entrapment syndromes and chronic nerve pain conditions.
Patients in Manhattan and New York City often seek hydrodissection treatment for:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Cubital tunnel syndrome (ulnar nerve entrapment)
- Sciatic nerve pain
- Piriformis syndrome
- Peripheral nerve entrapment in the arms or legs
- Chronic nerve pain after injury or surgery
These conditions often cause symptoms such as burning pain, tingling, numbness, weakness, or radiating discomfort.
Hydrodissection is performed in the office using real-time ultrasound imaging to visualize the affected nerve and surrounding tissue.
After identifying the nerve, a small needle is carefully guided into position next to it. A therapeutic solution—often saline, dextrose, or other specialized fluids—is then injected around the nerve. The fluid gently separates the nerve from surrounding fascia, scar tissue, or muscle layers.
This process reduces mechanical compression and allows the nerve to move normally again, which can significantly improve pain and nerve function.
Hydrodissection offers several advantages for patients seeking relief from nerve pain without surgery. Because the procedure is performed using real-time ultrasound guidance, it allows the physician to precisely target the affected nerve while minimizing risk to surrounding tissues. The treatment is minimally invasive, does not require general anesthesia, and typically involves little to no downtime.
The procedure is performed in the office and usually takes less than an hour. Most patients experience only mild soreness at the injection site afterward and are able to return to normal daily activities shortly after treatment. Many patients begin to notice improvement within a few days as pressure on the nerve is relieved and inflammation decreases.
Depending on the condition being treated, some patients benefit from a series of hydrodissection treatments to achieve optimal results and longer-lasting relief.
To schedule your hydrodissection consultation, call Manhattan Health or book an appointment online today.