Epidural Steroid Injection for Low Back Pain.

This procedure is used to treat pain in the low (lumbar) back that typically radiates down into the buttock and legs. Pain relief may occur immediately due to the effect of the procedure as it washes out inflammation aorund the nerves. More often, pain relief begins 3-4 days after the procedure and can last up to 4 months on average.

There are other options for treating back pain, including injection without steroid, physical therapy, traction, and medications.

What is included:

• This order includes a epidural steroid injection using local anesthetic and steroid.
• A pre-screening visit with the physician.
• We will use fluoroscopy x-ray and contrast to ensure the accuracy of needle placement.

Pre-procedure requirements:

• Must be able to hold blood thinner medications for 5-7 days before the procedure.
• Must not have an active infection, or being treated for an infection (on antibiotics).
• Must bring a driver.
• We will check blood glucose level in patients with diabetes (must be <200 mg/dL or the procedure will be rescheduled).