Epidural Steroid Injections
Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) are a common treatment option for many forms of lower back pain and leg pain. They have been used for decades and are considered for neck, mid-back, low back, and sciatic pain.
The injection is named an epidural steroid injection because it involves injecting a local anesthetic and a steroid medication directly into the epidural space that surrounds the spinal cord and nerve roots.
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Goals of an Epidural Steroid Injection
- Control pain by reducing inflammation in and around the nerve roots
- Improve mobility and function
- Allow the patient to participate in and make progress with a comprehensive physical therapy and rehabilitation program
Treatment
In the course of one’s care program, in most cases, an epidural steroid injection may be recommended after a series of nonsurgical treatments, such as medications and physical therapy, have been tried, and before surgery is considered.
The role of the injection is typically to provide sufficient pain relief to allow a return to everyday activities and to make progress in physical therapy.
Ask About Epidural Steroid Injections
Call us at 414-384-6700 to connect with our interventional pain specialists at Midwest Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Alliance in Southeastern Wisconsin.
