What is an Interlaminar Epidural Steroid Injection?
IESI (interlaminar epidural steroid injection) is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure used to help decrease inflammation and irritation of the nerve root or herniated disc. They have been used for years to treat cervical, back, and radicular pain caused by bulging discs, sciatica, vertebral compression, or other issues. Unlike a transforaminal epidural steroid injection, an […]
Signs of Serious Back Pain
Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, according to the National Institutes of Health. Because of this, symptoms should never be ignored. Back pain symptoms may range from a muscle ache to shooting or stabbing pains, limited flexibility, limited range of motion, or an inability to stand straight. Chronic back pain is pain […]
Spine Conditions That You Should Know About
Spine conditions sound scary, but you should educate yourself on some common ones. Without this knowledge, you’ll be lost if something happens. Here are some common lumbar issues that people experience. A lumbar disc herniation is one of the most common back issues. A disc is a soft pad between two vertebrae of the spine. It can […]