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Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection
A cervical epidural steroid injection (CESI) is a simple procedure that helps reduce pain from neck spine issues. It involves injecting corticosteroids into the space around the cervical nerves to lower inflammation and swelling, which are major causes of pain. ESIs are a safe and effective way to manage pain related to the cervical spine, supporting recovery and daily activities.
Joint Injections
Joint injections are a common way to relieve pain and enhance joint function. The main goal is to deliver anti-inflammatory drugs, such as corticosteroids, directly into the joint. This focused approach decreases side effects that can happen with oral medications. The injection helps lower inflammation, a key reason for joint pain, especially in conditions such as arthritis. Many patients notice relief within days, with effects lasting from weeks to months.
Cervical facet blocks
Cervical facet blocks are injections that relieve cervical spine pain by depositing anesthetics and corticosteroids into the facet joints. They help individuals who haven't found relief from more conservative treatments such as physical therapy or chiropractic care. They are especially helpful for patient with arthritis, headaches or whiplash type injuries improving quality of life and enabling a return to daily activities with less discomfort.
Platelet Rich Plasma Injections
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections help relieve pain from muscle and joint problems arising from arthritis and other soft tissue injuries. The process involves taking a small blood sample, concentrating the healing factors, and injecting them into the painful area to rebuild damaged tissue. PRP promotes healing in tendons, ligaments, and joints by repairing damage, reducing swelling, and improving mobility. Patients usually notice gradual pain relief and better function making PRP a strong alternative to traditional treatments like steroids or surgery.
Cervical Radiofrequency Ablations
Cervical Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a straightforward procedure that alleviates cervical spine pain by targeting inflamed or worn facet joints. Most patients resume normal activities quickly, although some may experience mild soreness. This procedure is completed after a positive diagnostic block and pain relief can last several years.
Spinal Cord stimulation trials and implants
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is a procedure used to manage help manage chronic pain throughout the body. A device is used to send electrical signals to the spinal cord, which changes how pain is perceived in the brain. A temporary SCS device is placed in the epidural space for a test period of up to 7 days letting patients evaluate its effectiveness before proceeding to an implant. Doctors monitor the patient’s response to during this time to see if a permanent implant is appropriate. SCS can be an effective way to relieve chronic pain from conditions such as failed back surgery syndrome, chronic regional pain syndrome, diabetic peripheral neuropathy and other chronic pain conditions.
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections (ESIs) are used to treat nerve dysfunction in the lower back pain from conditions like herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and radiculopathy. Using x-ray guidance, corticosteroids are injected at specific areas around the spinal cord to decrease inflammation. ESIs not only relieve pain but also enhance mobility and daily functioning. They can work synergistically with physical therapy or chiropractic care by reducing pain to improve results, enabling a more active recovery.
Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression
Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression (MILD) is a surgical procedure that relieves pain from lumbar spinal stenosis, a condition where the spinal cord and nerve roots are compressed by a narrowed central canal. MILD uses a small needle to decompress the affected areas relieving the pressure on the spinal cord and surrounding nerves. This procedure targets irritated nerves while protecting nearby tissues, offering significant pain relief for patients.
Lumbar Facet Blocks
Lumbar Facet Blocks are injections of steroid and local anesthetic into facet joints of the lower back. These joints can become painful and inflamed due to arthritis, deceleration injuries, or aging. Lumbar facet blocks effectively help those with facet joint pain, improving their quality of life by providing targeted pain relief and better mobility.
Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablations
Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a procedure that helps reduce chronic lower back pain by targeting nerves that send pain signals from the lower back to the brain. After completion of a diagnostic block, heat is used to lesion nerves that are causing pain originating from damaged facet joints. This procedure is completed after a positive diagnostic block and pain relief can last several years.
Trigger Point Injections
Trigger Point Injections (TPIs) are a simple treatment for muscle pain caused by tight knots from stress, overuse, or injury. A small needle injects a local anesthetic, corticosteroid, or other substances into these knots. TPIs offer a focused and effective way to relieve muscle pain and help restore function.
Kyphoplasty
Interspinous spacers can offer relief from debilitating back pain and improve quality of life. A small decompression device is placed on the back of the spine to stabilize the lumbar spine providing more space for the impacted nerves. This is especially useful in treating patients with degenerative spinal stenosis who suffer from leg pain when walking. These devices can be placed using a small incision and can be performed as an outpatient procedure.