Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection
What is a Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection?
A Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection (CESI) is a minimally invasive procedure used to reduce pain and inflammation in the neck and upper back. This treatment involves injecting an anti-inflammatory steroid into the epidural space around the nerves in the cervical spine, providing targeted relief from chronic pain.
How Does CESI Work?
The epidural space is the area surrounding the spinal cord and nerves. By delivering a corticosteroid into this space, CESI helps reduce inflammation and nerve irritation. This can alleviate pain caused by conditions affecting the cervical spine.
Benefits of Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection:
- Reduces neck pain and inflammation: Targets the source of discomfort.
- Non-surgical approach: No incisions or significant downtime.
- Long-lasting pain relief: Results can last for several months.
- Quick and safe procedure: Performed in under 30 minutes.
Who is a Candidate for CESI?
CESI is ideal for individuals with chronic neck or upper back pain due to:
Herniated discs in the cervical spine
Spinal stenosis
Cervical radiculopathy
Degenerative disc disease
** If you’ve tried other treatments without success, CESI may be an effective solution. **
What to Expect During the Procedure
Step 1
Pre-Procedure Consultation
During your consultation, we’ll assess your condition and determine if CESI is the right treatment for you.
Step 2
The Injection
Under local anesthesia, a small needle is guided into the epidural space using X-ray imaging. The corticosteroid is injected to reduce inflammation around the nerves.
Step 3
Recovery
Most patients experience little to no pain after the procedure and can resume regular activities within 24-48 hours. Relief may take a few days to fully develop and can last several months.
Why Choose Granite State Pain Associate?
At Granite State Pain Associate, our team specializes in advanced pain management solutions that are tailored to each patient’s needs. We provide safe, effective, and compassionate care to help you achieve long-lasting relief.
Ready to Live Pain-Free?
Take the first step toward neck pain relief with a Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection.