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Epidural Injections Treatment in Arizona
Relief for Chronic Spine and Nerve Pain
If you’re struggling with persistent neck, back, or radiating nerve pain, epidural injections can offer a safe and effective solution. These minimally invasive treatments are designed to reduce inflammation around irritated nerves, alleviating discomfort and improving mobility. At Comprehensive Pain Management, we tailor each treatment plan to your specific needs, ensuring you receive the best possible care with the least amount of intervention.
What Are Epidural Injections?
Epidural injections deliver anti-inflammatory medication directly into the epidural space, the protective area surrounding spinal nerves. This reduces swelling and irritation, relieving pain caused by conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and sciatica. By targeting the source of the pain, this treatment provides long-term relief while supporting your overall recovery.
The procedure is performed under fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance to ensure precision and safety. In most cases, patients experience minimal discomfort and can return to their daily activities shortly after treatment.
Personalized, Conservative Approach
Many pain management specialists follow a standardized protocol recommending multiple injections. At Comprehensive Pain Management, we take a more individualized approach. Each patient’s response is carefully evaluated before considering additional procedures. This ensures that every step taken is necessary, effective, and in the best interest of your long-term health.
Conditions Treated with Epidural Injections
Epidural injections are used to relieve pain caused by:
Is an Epidural Injection Right for You?
If you are experiencing persistent neck, back, or nerve pain, an epidural injection may be an effective solution. During your consultation, our team will carefully assess your condition and recommend the best treatment plan for your needs.
At Comprehensive Pain Management, your comfort and well-being are our highest priorities. Our goal is to help you find long-term relief and regain your ability to enjoy everyday activities without pain.
Benefits of Epidural Injections
1-Non-surgical pain relief for spinal and nerve-related conditions
2-Reduces inflammation and swelling around irritated nerves
3-Minimally invasive with a quick recovery
4-Allows patients to participate in physical therapy for better long-term outcomes
5-Customized treatment approach to ensure effectiveness and avoid unnecessary procedures
A few questions you might have for us
What are the types of Epidural Injections
Different types of epidural injections target pain in specific areas of the spine. Your provider will determine the best approach based on your condition.
Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection
For patients experiencing neck pain that may radiate down the arms, this injection reduces swelling around inflamed nerves in the cervical spine. It is commonly used to treat herniated discs and spinal stenosis.
Thoracic Epidural Steroid Injection
This injection is designed for patients with upper back pain due to nerve irritation. It can relieve pain associated with herniated discs, arthritis, or trauma in the thoracic spine.
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection
Aimed at treating low back pain and sciatica, this procedure helps relieve inflammation in the lumbar spine. It is particularly beneficial for patients with disc herniation or degenerative spinal conditions.
Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection
For individuals experiencing pain radiating from the lower back to the legs, this injection delivers medication near the affected nerve root, providing targeted pain relief.
Caudal Epidural Steroid Injection
Administered at the base of the spine, this injection is effective in treating chronic lower back pain and sciatic nerve irritation. It is particularly useful for patients with spinal stenosis or post-surgical pain.
Stellate Ganglion Block
This injection is used to numb specific nerve branches in the neck, helping diagnose and treat nerve-related pain syndromes. It is often part of a treatment plan for conditions like complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and PTSD-related pain.
Medial Branch Block (Cervical & Lumbar)
Medial branch nerves are small nerves connected to the facet joints of the spine. A medial branch block helps determine if these nerves are the source of pain and can provide temporary relief for arthritis and facet joint inflammation.
Sacroiliac Joint Steroid Injection
Pain originating from the sacroiliac joint (SI joint), where the spine meets the pelvis, can be treated with this targeted injection. It reduces inflammation and provides relief for conditions like arthritis or instability in the SI joint.
What to Expect During the Procedure
Epidural injections are performed in an outpatient setting and usually take just a few minutes. Here’s what you can expect:
- You’ll be positioned comfortably on the procedure table.
- A local anesthetic is applied to numb the injection site.
- Using fluoroscopic guidance, the specialist carefully inserts a thin needle into the epidural space.
- The medication is injected, reducing inflammation and alleviating pain.
- You’ll be monitored for a short period before being released to go home.
Most patients experience immediate relief, while others notice gradual improvement over a few days.
Is my treatment covered by Health Insurance?
Generally yes if you have health insurance. We participate in most major commercial insurance plans. We understand that, in these difficult financial times, there may be costs to treat you that are known as co-insurance, co-pays, deductibles and other costs and, at Comprehensive Pain Management, we understand this. If you are concerned about costs, please let us know. We will do everything in our power to help you evaluate and manage your costs and help you obtain the treatment you need.
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