This is an injection of medicine. It targets pain in the ilioinguinal nerve, which travels from your spine to your groin. This injection can help your doctor find the source of your pain. It can also give you pain relief.
To begin, you lie down. The doctor numbs the skin and tissue of your abdomen. Next, the doctor carefully guides a needle to your nerve. An ultrasound probe lets your doctor see the needle to make sure it's placed correctly.
Finally, the medicine is injected. It bathes the nerve. It can relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
After the injection, you are watched in a recovery room for a brief time. Then, you can go home. Follow your doctor's instructions.