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Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI) is a minimally invasive, non-surgical pain management procedure used to relieve pain caused by inflammation or compression of spinal nerves. The injection delivers a corticosteroid medication directly into the epidural space around the spinal cord and nerve roots, helping reduce inflammation, swelling, and nerve irritation.
Under the expert care of Dr. Dnyaneshwar, an experienced Orthopaedic Spine Specialist in Bangalore, epidural steroid injections are performed safely and precisely to provide effective pain relief and improve mobility.
Epidural steroid injections are commonly recommended for:
Slipped or herniated intervertebral discs
Sciatica (radiating leg pain)
Cervical or lumbar spondylosis
Spinal stenosis
Nerve root compression
Degenerative disc disease
Chronic neck pain or lower back pain
Post-surgical spinal pain in selected cases
ESI is particularly useful when pain persists despite medication and physiotherapy.
Patients may be advised epidural steroid injection if they experience:
Persistent back or neck pain
Pain radiating to arms or legs
Numbness or tingling in limbs
Burning or shooting nerve pain
Difficulty walking or sitting for long periods
Pain not responding to conservative treatment
The goal is to reduce pain enough to allow rehabilitation and healing.
Consult Dr. Dnyaneshwar if:
Spine-related pain lasts more than a few weeks
Pain interferes with work, sleep, or daily activities
Physiotherapy and medications fail to provide relief
MRI shows nerve compression or disc problems
You want to avoid or delay spine surgery
A detailed evaluation determines whether ESI is suitable.
Before recommending an epidural injection, evaluation includes:
Detailed clinical and neurological examination
Review of MRI or CT scan findings
Assessment of pain pattern and severity
Identification of the exact nerve level causing pain
Medical fitness assessment
Accurate diagnosis ensures targeted and effective pain relief.
The procedure involves:
Performed under sterile conditions, often with imaging guidance
A thin needle is placed into the epidural space
Steroid medication mixed with a local anesthetic is injected
Procedure usually takes 15–30 minutes
Short observation period after the injection
Same-day discharge in most cases
It is generally well tolerated and performed as a daycare procedure.
Significant reduction in nerve-related pain
Decreased inflammation and swelling
Improved mobility and comfort
Faster return to daily activities
Reduced need for pain medications
Helps delay or avoid spine surgery in many patients
Supports effective physiotherapy and rehabilitation
Post-procedure care includes:
Short rest period on the day of injection
Gradual return to normal activities
Avoiding strenuous activity for 24–48 hours
Physiotherapy as advised
Follow-up to assess pain relief and function
Pain relief may begin within a few days and can last for weeks to months, depending on the condition.
If you are suffering from chronic back pain, neck pain, or radiating nerve pain, consult Dr. Dnyaneshwar, a trusted Spine Specialist in Bangalore, for expert evaluation and advanced epidural steroid injection treatment.
Control pain, improve mobility, and avoid surgery when possible. Book your appointment today for personalized spine pain management.
