We added the Anterior Femoral Cutaneous Nerve (AFCN) Block technique to the NYSORA Nerve Blocks App. This innovative technique enhances pain management for anteromedial  thigh and knee procedures.

Technique overview

The AFCN Block is performed at the anterior midthigh and is indicated for providing analgesia for surgeries on the anteromedial thigh and knee, such as skin grafting (in combination with the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve block) and supplementary analgesia for total knee arthroplasty (in combination with subsartorial blocks).

Key points

• Goal: Achieve local anesthetic spread around the AFCN, superficial to the sartorius muscle, to ensure effective analgesia.
• Transducer: Linear
• Needle: 25-gauge, 2.5-4 cm
• Local anesthetic volume: 3-5 mL

Patient position: Supine with the lower extremity extended for optimal exposure.

Ready to enhance your practice with the latest in pain management techniques? Read more about the Anterior Femoral Cutaneous Nerve Block and how it can benefit your patients. Download the NYSORA Nerve Blocks App HERE to access detailed guides, high-resolution images, and expert tips for this and many other nerve block techniques.