Steroid Injections

Epidural steroid injections, often abbreviated as ESIs, are commonly used to alleviate pain associated with inflammation and irritation of spinal nerves. Here’s a breakdown of what they are and how they can help you: What are Epidural Steroid Injections? Epidural steroid injections are minimally invasive procedures where a combination of a local anesthetic and a corticosteroid medication is injected into the epidural space of the spine. This space surrounds the spinal cord and the nerves coming out of it. How Do Epidural Steroid Injections Work? Epidural steroid injections help reduce pain and discomfort in two main ways. First, corticosteroids, like cortisone, are [...]

Pain management has evolved rapidly in recent years by embracing advanced technologies that offer more precise and effective treatments. One such procedure is fluoroscopy-guided epidural steroid injections, which have proven highly beneficial for patients suffering from back pain or inflammation. Whether your condition is the result of a lifetime of physical activity, acute injury, or chronic degenerative changes, you might find relief from this approach, offered by Freedom Spine & Pain Center in Central Texas. How It Works Fluoroscopy-guided epidural steroid injections rely on fluoroscopy, a specialized X-ray technique, to guide the injection into the exact location where inflammation and pain [...]