Types of Spinal Injections
Spinal injections are used to alleviate pain and inflammation in the back, neck, and legs, and can also help diagnose the underlying issue. The procedure delivers medication, often a mix of local anaesthetic and steroids, directly to the spine to target specific nerves or joints, reducing pain and improving movement. These injections are particularly useful for conditions like herniated discs, sciatica, and arthritis, especially when other treatments haven’t been effective. They also help identify the exact source of pain, providing both relief and clarity for further treatment options.
nerve root blocks
A nerve block is a procedure in which a local anaesthetic (sometimes combined with other medications) is injected near a specific nerve, either in your neck (cervical) or back (lumbar), to temporarily block pain signals from that area of the body.
Depending on the purpose and duration needed, nerve blocks can be temporary (lasting a few hours to days) or long-acting (weeks to months)
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caudal edipdural steroid injections
A caudal epidural injection is a type of epidural steroid injection delivered through the caudal canal—the lowest part of the epidural space near the tailbone (sacral hiatus). It is commonly used to relieve pain in the lower back, buttocks, and legs caused by irritation or inflammation of spinal nerves.
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Facet joint/medial branch blocks
These are procedures used to diagnose and treat pain that originates from the facet joints — small joints located between the vertebrae of the spine that help with movement and stability. Local anaesthetic is injected into the facet joint or near the medial branch nerves, which supply sensation to the facet joints. If successful, a radiofrequency ablation (RFA) may later be performed to provide longer-term pain relief by disrupting these nerves.
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sacroiliac joint injections
Sacroiliac (SI) joint injection is a procedure in which medication is injected into or around the sacroiliac joint—the joint connecting the sacrum (the lower part of the spine) to the iliac bones (pelvic bones). This is done to diagnose whether the SI joint is the source of lower back or buttock pain.
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