Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection

Relieve neck pain with precise cervical transforaminal epidural steroid injections at CDL Rehabilitation.

What Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection Are

Cervical transforaminal epidural steroid injections are a treatment designed to reduce inflammation and relieve pain by delivering steroids directly to the nerve roots in the cervical spine.

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Treatment Description

This procedure targets the nerve roots in the cervical spine by injecting steroids into the transforaminal space (through the side of the vertebra), which helps alleviate pain and swelling caused by nerve irritation.

What It Includes

The treatment involves injecting corticosteroids into the cervical transforaminal space under imaging guidance (typically fluoroscopy or CT) to ensure precise placement. Sessions typically last 15-30 minutes.

Disorders treated

What Are Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection Used For?

Cervical transforaminal epidural steroid injections are effective for treating conditions like cervical radiculopathy, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, neck pain, and inflammation from nerve compression in the cervical spine.

Cervical Radiculopathy

Relieves pain caused by nerve root compression in the cervical spine, often radiating down the arms, by reducing inflammation around the affected nerve.

Cervical Disc Herniation

Reduces inflammation and pressure on the cervical disc, providing relief from pain, tingling, or numbness caused by disc herniation.

Chronic Neck Pain

Provides targeted pain relief for persistent neck pain, particularly caused by inflammation in the cervical spine or facet joints.

Spinal Stenosis

Eases symptoms of cervical spinal stenosis, such as neck pain, arm weakness, or numbness, by reducing inflammation and improving nerve function.

Post-Surgical Pain

Helps manage pain after cervical spine surgery by addressing inflammation in the epidural space and promoting recovery.

Whiplash Injuries

Alleviates neck pain and discomfort caused by whiplash by reducing inflammation and providing relief from soft tissue injuries.

Headaches

Reduces cervicogenic headaches (neck-related headaches) caused by nerve irritation or misalignment in the cervical spine.

Consequences of not treating disorders

Persistent Neck and Arm Pain

Without cervical transforaminal epidural steroid injections, nerve-related pain radiating from the neck to the arms may remain unresolved.

Nerve Root Compression

Lack of treatment can worsen nerve root impingement, leading to symptoms like numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms and hands.

Reduced Range of Motion

Untreated nerve and inflammation issues can cause stiffness and limit mobility in the neck and upper body.

Increased Inflammation

Failure to address inflammation in the cervical spine can exacerbate pain and prolong recovery.

Progression to Chronic Nerve Damage

Delayed treatment may lead to permanent nerve damage or chronic pain, requiring more invasive interventions like surgery.

Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection

What Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection Are

Treatment Description

What It Includes

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Consequences of not treating disorders

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