Epidural Injection

Epidural Injection is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure used to relieve pain caused by inflammation or compression of spinal nerves. It is commonly recommended for patients suffering from chronic back pain, neck pain, sciatica, or radiating arm and leg pain that has not improved with medications or physiotherapy.

Under the expert care of Dr Sajan K. Hedge, one of theinternationally acclaimed spine surgeon, epidural injections are performed with advanced image-guided techniques to ensure precision, safety, and optimal pain relief.

What Is an Epidural Injection?

An epidural injection involves delivering anti-inflammatory medication, usually a corticosteroid combined with a local anaesthetic, into the epidural space around the spinal nerves. This helps reduce nerve inflammation, ease pain, and improve mobility by interrupting pain signals at their source.

Epidural injections may be used both as a treatment and as part of a comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitation plan.

Conditions Treated with Epidural Injections

Epidural injections are commonly used to manage:

• Herniated or bulging discs.
• Lumbar and cervical radiculopathy.
• Sciatica.
• Spinal stenosis.
• Degenerative disc disease.
• Post-surgical spine pain.

Benefits of Epidural Injection

• Non-surgical and minimally invasive.
• Day-care procedure with quick recovery.
• Reduces pain and inflammation effectively.
• Improves ability to participate in physiotherapy.
• May delay or avoid the need for surgery.

Procedure and Recovery

The procedure is performed under fluoroscopic guidance to ensure accurate placement of the medication. It usually takes 15–30 minutes, and patients are discharged the same day. Many experience pain relief within a few days, with benefits lasting weeks to months, depending on the condition.

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Why Choose Dr Sajan K. Hedge?

With vast expertise in interventional spine care and complex spine surgery, Dr Sajan K. Hedge provides personalised treatment plans that prioritise long-term relief and spinal health. His precision-driven approach and commitment to patient safety have earned him recognition as one of theinternationally acclaimed spine surgeon.

When Is Surgery Needed?

If epidural injections and conservative measures do not provide sufficient relief, Dr Hedge offers expert guidance on advanced surgical options tailored to the patient’s condition.

Epidural injections offer safe, targeted pain relief, helping you to return to an active, comfortable life.