title: Regional nerve blocks. Part 3--Regional nerve blocks of the hand.
abstract: This is the third in our series of regional nerve blocks. This month specific blocks of the hand are reviewed. The anatomy of the region is revised and the indications for using these blocks is discussed and some pitfalls to be aware of are highlighted. Some practical tips are also provided.
authors.affiliation: Department of Anaesthesia, Townsville General Hospital, Queensland.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Simpson
mesh_terms: D006225:Hand / Q000294:innervation*; D006801:Humans; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000379:methods*