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This is probably not the right spot for this,but I sustained a back injury as a teenager and it has not bothered me until the last few years. There is damage on my mid to lower back that is giving me problems walking and making normal movements. The doctor has suggested the epidural needle to kill pain for about 6 months. I've been reading about this procedure and it seems to be 'iffy'. If the procedure is done wrong things could be worse. How can I be sure it's for me?
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Get a second or third opinion from doctors you trust.
Then, you gathering more knowledge to make a good choice.
I had an epidural needle once for pain after a long period of finding the facts. It helped me a great deal. The procedure appeared to me as easier than back surgery or years of pain.
Good luck with your decision.
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I have had these injections many times and they help. Be sure they put you in a twilight sleep during the procedure. The anthetic is not covered by insurance by the way. I have Osteoperosis and is the reason for the injections in my lower lumbar. These injections must be made by a qualified Pain Management Physician. I have never had a problem with this heisforme2.
Having said all of that some morings I just take two Tylanol and the pain usually is gone in a couple of hours. Good luck with this. Judith
All the best to yu