Epidural Steroid Injections for Back and Neck Pain Relief

If you’re struggling with back pain, neck pain, or sciatica, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans live with spinal discomfort every day, often caused by conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or nerve inflammation. At our interventional pain management clinics in Atlanta, one of the most effective, minimally invasive treatments we offer is the epidural steroid injection.

What Is an Epidural Steroid Injection?

An epidural steroid injection (ESI) is a targeted pain management procedure that delivers a powerful anti-inflammatory medication into the epidural space around the spinal nerves. The goal is to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and restore mobility without the need for surgery.
This procedure can be performed in the lumbar (lower back), thoracic (mid-back), or cervical (neck) spine depending on where your pain originates.

Conditions Treated with Epidural Injections

Our Atlanta pain specialists commonly recommend epidural injections for conditions such as:

• Herniated or bulging discs
• Spinal stenosis
• Degenerative disc disease
• Sciatica and nerve root irritation
• Chronic neck or lower back pain
• Post-laminectomy or post-surgical pain

If you’ve tried physical therapy or medications without lasting relief, an epidural injection may be the next step in your customized pain management plan.

How the Procedure Works

The procedure is typically performed under fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance to ensure precision. After numbing the skin, your pain specialist carefully guides a thin needle into the epidural space and injects a combination of corticosteroid and local anesthetic.
The procedure takes roughly 15–30 minutes and is performed in an outpatient setting. Most patients experience improvement within a few days, with relief lasting weeks to months depending on the underlying condition.

Benefits of Epidural Steroid Injections

When performed by experienced interventional pain physicians, epidural injections can:

• Decrease inflammation and reduce nerve pain
• Provide relief from back, neck, or leg pain
• Delay or prevent the need for spine surgery
• Enhance participation in physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Allow a return to daily activities with greater comfort

Is an Epidural Injection Right for You?

Epidural injections are not one-size-fits-all. Your pain management specialist will review your imaging studies, symptoms, and medical history to determine if this approach is right for you. These procedures are safe, effective, and performed under sterile conditions by board-certified interventional pain specialists.

Find Relief with Atlanta’s Leading Pain Management Specialists

If chronic pain is interfering with your life, you don’t have to live with it. Learn more about epidural steroid injections in Atlanta and other advanced spine treatments offered by our team.

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Schedule a consultation today to discuss your options and take the first step toward lasting back pain relief.

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