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> Wheras I am ever eager to learn new stuff, I was keener to > get stimulator controlled femoral block embedded. I have just > got my first two boxes of needles! On a little technical point, a nerve stimulator is for checking adequacy or neuromuscular block. I think it's a nerve locator that you're looking for. Using ultrasound guidance to put in the block has the advantage of being cheaper (in terms of disposables or if you've already got a machine with a linear array probe), causing less discomfort to the patient and ensuring that you get the local all around the nerve. Matt Dunn Warwick This email has been scanned for viruses by NAI AVD however we are unable to accept responsibility for any damage caused by the contents. The opinions expressed in this email represent the views of the sender, not South Warwickshire General Hospitals NHS Trust unless explicitly stated. If you have received this email in error please notify the sender. The information contained in this email may be subject to public disclosure under the NHS Code of Openness or the Freedom of Information Act 2000. Unless the information is legally exempt from disclosure, the confidentiality of this e-mail and your reply cannot be guaranteed.