Description:
Epidural Steroid Injections are minimally invasive and highly effective in alleviating pain and inflammation associated with various spinal conditions. This procedure involves the injection of a corticosteroid medication and a local anesthetic directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal nerves. Epidural Steroid Injections can provide targeted relief for patients experiencing pain in the neck, back, arms, and legs.
Conditions Treated:
Epidural Steroid Injections are commonly recommended for patients with the following conditions:
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Spinal canal stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Radiculopathy (nerve irritation)
- Sciatica
- Leg and arm pain
What to Expect:
Procedure length: <5min. Patients start experiencing significant pain relief within 2-3 days following the injection. The expected duration of pain relief is 3 to 6 months. Make sure to mention to your physician if you are taking a blood thinner, as some (but not all) Epidural Steroid Injections would require you to hold your blood thinner for a few days before the procedure. If requested by the patient, this procedure can be done with IV sedation. Please note that if IV sedation is requested, the patient would need to bring a driver with them on the day of the procedure