Lidocaine Infusion

Lidocaine infusion therapy is an intravenous (IV) treatment used to manage chronic pain, especially nerve-related pain (neuropathic pain).

Lidocaine is commonly known as a local anesthetic, but when given through an IV in controlled doses, it can help calm overactive pain signals in the nervous system.

This therapy is often recommended for patients with chronic pain that has not responded to medications, injections, or other treatments.

What Conditions Does This Treatment Help?

Lidocaine infusion therapy may be used for:

Neuropathic pain (nerve pain)
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Fibromyalgia
Chronic low back pain
Post-surgical or nerve injury pain

How Does Lidocaine Infusion Therapy Work?

Chronic nerve pain is often caused by overactive or misfiring nerves.

Lidocaine blocks sodium channels in nerve cells
This reduces abnormal nerve firing
Pain signals are dampened before reaching the brain

This helps “reset” the nervous system and reduce hypersensitivity associated with chronic pain.

What to Expect During the Procedure

Before the Procedure

Review of medical history and medications
Assessment of heart health (as lidocaine affects electrical activity)

During the Procedure

Lidocaine is administered through an IV line
Continuous monitoring of heart rate and vital signs
Infusion typically lasts 30–60 minutes (may vary based on protocol)

After the Procedure

Short observation period
Patients usually go home the same day
You may need someone to drive you home

Benefits of Lidocaine Infusion Therapy

✔ Effective for neuropathic and complex pain conditions
✔ Minimally invasive, no surgery required
✔ Can reduce sensitivity of overactive nerves
✔ May decrease reliance on pain medications
✔ Can improve quality of life

Some patients experience relief after a single session, while others benefit from a series of treatments.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may be a candidate if you:

Have chronic nerve-related pain lasting 3 months or more
Have not improved with medications or injections
Have conditions like CRPS, neuropathy, or fibromyalgia
Are seeking a non-opioid treatment option

A specialist evaluation will determine if this therapy is appropriate for you.

Risks & Side Effects

Lidocaine infusion therapy is generally safe when monitored, but possible side effects include:

Dizziness or lightheadedness
Numbness or tingling around the mouth
Metallic taste
Nausea
Rare heart rhythm changes

These effects are usually temporary and monitored during treatment.

When Is This Treatment Recommended?

Lidocaine infusion therapy is typically recommended when:

Conservative treatments have failed
Pain is neuropathic or centralized
Symptoms are persistent and affecting daily life
Patients want alternatives to long-term medication use

👉 It is considered an advanced, non-surgical treatment for complex chronic pain

Recovery & Results

Some patients notice relief within hours to days
Others may require multiple sessions
Pain relief can last days to weeks or longer
Maintenance treatments may be recommended

This therapy is often part of a comprehensive pain management plan.

FAQs

Is lidocaine infusion safe?

Yes, when performed in a monitored medical setting.

Will I feel anything during the infusion?

You may feel mild sensations like warmth or tingling, which are temporary.

How many sessions will I need?

This varies depending on your condition and response to treatment.

Is this similar to ketamine infusion?

Both are IV therapies for chronic pain, but they work through different mechanisms.

Treatment Offered By Kansas Pain Management

Kansas Pain Management offers a comprehensive pain treatment plan that is tailored to each patient’s specific needs. The first step is a thorough evaluation, which includes a medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing, if necessary.
Treatment options may include medications, physical therapy, injections, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause of the pain.

Kansas Pain Management also offers a range of minimally invasive procedures to help alleviate pain and restore function. With board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians, Kansas Pain Management is committed to providing the highest quality care for patients suffering from pain. You can book an appointment with us at Overland Park, Lawrence, Leavenworth/Lansing, Roeland Park, etc. We also serve nearby locations like Ottawa, Missouri, Topeka, Belton, Manhattan, Lee’s Summit, Johnson County & Kansas areas.