Epidural Steroid Injections (ESIs) are a common treatment used to relieve pain caused by issues like herniated discs, sciatica, or spinal stenosis. These conditions can cause inflammation and pressure on the nerves in your back or neck, leading to pain that may radiate down your arms or legs. During the procedure, a doctor injects a mixture of a steroid (to reduce swelling) and sometimes a numbing medication into the space around your spinal nerves. This helps to reduce inflammation and relieve the pressure on your nerves, which can help with pain relief. It’s often recommended when other treatments like physical therapy or medications haven’t worked well enough. The pain relief from the injection can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on your condition.
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