Injection Therapy
Understanding the Basics
What are Epidural & Transforaminal Injections?
Epidural and Transforaminal injections are advanced, image-guided spine procedures used to relieve nerve-related back and leg pain. These injections deliver anti-inflammatory medication directly around irritated spinal nerves to reduce swelling, ease pain, and improve mobility.
They are commonly recommended for patients suffering from slipped disc, sciatica, spinal stenosis, and nerve compression who have not responded adequately to medications and physiotherapy.
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When are These Injections Recommended?
Spine injections are recommended when nerve inflammation or compression is the primary cause of pain. They are often used both as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool in interventional pain management.
Radiating pain caused by compressed spinal nerves due to disc bulge or foraminal narrowing.
Pain extending from the lower back to the leg due to nerve irritation or inflammation.
Nerve-related pain in the neck or lower back causing tingling, numbness, or weakness.
Ongoing symptoms not improving with medications, rest, or physiotherapy requiring targeted intervention.
How Epidural & Transforaminal Injections Work
These spine injections follow a precise, image-guided approach to ensure safe and accurate medication delivery.
01
Accurate Pain Source Identification
A detailed clinical evaluation and imaging studies help identify the exact nerve root responsible for symptoms.
02
Sterile Preparation & Positioning
The procedure is performed in a controlled, sterile environment to ensure patient safety.
03
Fluoroscopy-Guided Needle Placement
Using real-time X-ray guidance, the needle is carefully positioned near the affected nerve to ensure precision.
04
Targeted Anti-Inflammatory Medication Delivery
Medication is injected around the inflamed nerve root to reduce swelling and irritation.
05
Reduction in Nerve Inflammation & Pain Relief
As inflammation decreases, patients experience gradual improvement in radiating pain, numbness, and discomfort.
Meet Your Spine Injection Specialist
Dr. Jay M. Panchal
Dr. Jay Panchal is experienced in performing advanced image-guided spine injections including Transforaminal Epidural Injections and Epidural Steroid Injections. With a strong focus on identifying the exact nerve root responsible for pain, he ensures precise targeting for maximum effectiveness and safety.
At ROPS Hospital, spine injections are performed using real-time fluoroscopic guidance in a sterile setup to maintain accuracy and patient comfort. The goal is to reduce nerve inflammation, improve function, and help patients regain mobility without immediately resorting to spine surgery.
Have a Question?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, when performed by an experienced pain specialist under fluoroscopic guidance, epidural and transforaminal injections are considered safe and effective.
Epidural injections deliver medication into the general epidural space, while transforaminal injections target a specific nerve root for more focused relief.
Relief may last from several weeks to months depending on the condition and response to treatment.
Yes, they usually include anti-inflammatory medication to reduce nerve swelling.
