Editorial Commentary: Is It Time for Surgeons to "Take Back the Block"? Do-It-Yourself Suprascapular Nerve Blocks for Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair.

Surgeon administered intraoperative shoulder suprascapular nerve block appears to be a safe, effective, "low tech," and inexpensive alternative to a preoperative interscalene block performed by an anesthesia provider. Surgeons should thoughtfully weigh the pros and cons of this technique and consider "taking back the block."