At the Center for Regenerative Therapy & Pain Management, our mission is simple: deliver expert, compassionate care that helps patients overcome pain and get back to living. Led by Dr. Shane Huch, our team combines advanced treatments with a personalized approach for real, lasting relief.
An epidural injection is a non-surgical treatment that delivers anti-inflammatory medication—usually a corticosteroid—directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord and nerves. This area is often the source of pain caused by inflammation or compression of spinal nerves.
By targeting this space, epidural injections help reduce swelling and nerve irritation, providing pain relief for patients suffering from back, neck, or radiating nerve pain. This minimally invasive procedure is often used when conservative treatments like physical therapy or oral medications haven’t provided enough relief.
Epidural injections offer targeted relief for many spine-related conditions without the need for surgery. This minimally invasive treatment can significantly reduce pain and inflammation, helping patients return to normal activities more quickly.
Reduces inflammation around irritated nerves
Provides fast, often immediate pain relief
Minimally invasive with little to no downtime
May help avoid or delay the need for surgery
Improves mobility and day-to-day comfort
When a spinal disc bulges or ruptures, it can press on nearby nerves. Epidural injections help reduce inflammation and relieve pressure-related pain.
Sciatica causes sharp, radiating pain from the lower back down the leg. Epidural injections target the irritated sciatic nerve to ease discomfort.
This condition narrows the spaces in the spine, putting pressure on nerves. Injections help calm inflammation and improve mobility.
As discs wear down over time, they may lead to chronic pain. Epidural injections offer relief by reducing inflammation in affected areas.
Long-term pain in the back or neck may result from various causes. Epidural injections help reduce nerve irritation and support better function.
This occurs when nerve roots are compressed or inflamed. Targeted injections relieve pressure and help restore normal nerve function.
At the Center for Regenerative Therapy & Pain Management, we specialize in non-surgical solutions that target the root of your pain. If you’re struggling with back, neck, or nerve pain, an epidural injection could be the first step toward lasting relief.
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The injection is placed into the epidural space, which is the area surrounding the spinal cord and nerves. It’s typically done in the lower back or neck, depending on where you’re experiencing pain.
Most patients feel only mild discomfort. The area is numbed beforehand, and the procedure is done using X-ray guidance for precision. You may feel pressure, but pain is usually minimal.
Yes, it’s possible. Some patients report feeling tired, flushed, or slightly off for a day or two after the injection. These effects are typically temporary and resolve quickly.
Yes, unless instructed otherwise by your doctor. You can usually eat a light meal beforehand. However, if you’re receiving sedation, you may be asked to fast—so always confirm with your provider.
Relief can begin within a few hours but may take a few days for full effect. Some patients may need a series of injections for long-lasting results.
Results vary, but relief can last anywhere from several weeks to a few months. Your response depends on the severity of the condition and your overall health.
Minor side effects may include soreness, temporary numbness, or fatigue. Serious risks are rare, especially when the procedure is performed by an experienced specialist.
Have questions or need guidance? Reach out today and our team will help you take the next step toward lasting pain relief.
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