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What is an Epidural Steroid injection?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Epidural steroid injection is a common treatment option for back, leg, neck and arm pain.The goal of the injection is to reduce inflammation resulting in pain relief. 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

How is the procedure done?<\/strong><\/h3>\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

How long does pain relief last?<\/strong><\/h3>\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

What are the Side Effects and Complications?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Side effects and complications are uncommon. Potential side effects and complications include:<\/p>\n