Does the procedure require anesthesia?
Yes. IV anesthesia is used with a local. A complete ankle block is necessary. You should not feel anything. You are put to sleep for 5 min while your ankle is blocked. You will be in an OR under the care of an anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist. This is the safest way to deliver the treatment as you must be still. While some providers use General Anesthesia, we feel that this is way overkill and not necessary at all.
