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At times the injection alone is sufficient to provide relief, but commonly an epidural steroid injection is used in combination with physical therapy.<\/p>\n You will be lying on an X-ray table with a small pillow under your stomach to slightly curve your back. Blood pressure, heart rate and breathing are monitored. The injection site is cleaned and then numbed with a local anesthetic similar to what a dentist uses. Your physician will insert a needle into the skin under fluoroscopy (X-ray) guidance and direct the needle towards the epidural space. After the needle placement is confirmed using contrast, steroid is then injected into the epidural space. This procedure takes approximately 15 minutes.<\/p>\n Pain relief may last weeks, months or years. It may take up to 2 weeks to see the effect of the steroid.<\/p>\n Side effects and complications are uncommon. Potential side effects and complications include:<\/p>\n If you have diabetes, the steroid can cause elevation in your blood sugar level. You should check your blood sugar more often during the first week after an epidural steroid injection. Please talk with your provider who helps to manage your diabetes if your blood sugar is elevated.<\/p>\n A driver is required to you give a ride home after the procedure. 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How is the procedure done?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How long does pain relief last?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What are the Side Effects and Complications?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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How should I prepare myself for this procedure?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
When should I call my doctor?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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