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To synthesize evidence on the effectiveness of stellate ganglion blocks for treating PTSD and identify profiles that benefit.

March 21, 2026Current Psychiatry ReportsOpen Access

Stellate Ganglion Block for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: A Comprehensive Review of Evidence, Technique Considerations and Symptom Outcomes in Military and Non-Military Patients

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TBThomas BielawiecUniversity of Chicago Medical Center BMBrittany MelvinUniversity of Chicago Medical Center BRBhuvaneswari Sandeep RamUniversity of Chicago Medical Center

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This review synthesizes findings on stellate ganglion blocks' efficacy for PTSD symptoms in military and non-military populations, suggesting clinical implications.

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To synthesize evidence on the effectiveness of stellate ganglion blocks for treating PTSD and identify profiles that benefit.
Comprehensive review of existing literature on stellate ganglion blocks and PTSD.
Evaluation of patient profiles and symptom outcomes from various studies.
Consideration of technique variations like ultrasound or fluoroscopy for block administration.
Stellate ganglion blocks showed positive effects on hyperarousal symptoms; re-experiencing symptoms showed the least benefit.
Both military and non-military patients experienced improvements across trauma types.
The effects lasted 3-6 months, with the possibility of repeating the block treatment.

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Bielawiec et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69be356f6e48c4981c673b7d https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-026-01666-4

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This review synthesizes findings on stellate ganglion blocks' efficacy for PTSD symptoms in military and non-military populations, suggesting clinical implications.

Stellate Ganglion Block for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: A Comprehensive Review of Evidence, Technique Considerations and Symptom Outcomes in Military and Non-Military Patients

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Stellate Ganglion Block for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: A Comprehensive Review of Evidence, Technique Considerations and Symptom Outcomes in Military and Non-Military Patients

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