Any risks for pre-surgery epidural injection?

I had an epidural at T3 in 2010 and tye dr stuck the needle into a nerve which made my Rt leg fly up bc it had the effect of an electrical shock. Tye electricity flew down into my Rt heel, bounced over to my left heel then exited in my left front leg about 4 - 5” above my heel. Over the following Yrs I’ve lost muscle in my Rt foot and leg, and the heels of both feet. So now all my shoes are too big. Now, 221/2 Yrs later, my left leg and hip have lost muscle and it aches; my Rt foot has less feeling. What is so dishonest is that the dr wrote up the procedure as “no problems all went well”.

This is a good discussion topic to have with your lawyer

I had a diagnostic injection to determine the location of a possible nerve numbing procedure. I have a slipped vertebrae at L5. I was supposed to have two of these diagnostic injections to ensure that the location was right. After the injection you keep a pain log for the rest of the day. The injection did not take away the pain, therefore, it was not the right place, and therefore, the nerve numbing procedure was not done. This process seemed reasonable to me. Since I did not get the nerve numbed, I continue to get steroid injections at least for now. I really don't want surgery. I monitor this discussion to learn about the surgery experiences of others.

irr4et, generous, post thankyou, bless you.

I am currently waiting for an epidural injection in my lumbar spine. Not sure if I should have it, from the stories I have read. I had one in my neck years ago and it worked beautifully. If I don't have something done I fear I won't we walking in the near future. An injury in my teens is the cause.

I've had two epidurals in my lifetime (read on to learn why it's really 3).
The first was done while I was in early labor for our first child (1971). The injected anesthetic did not "take." Only my right leg was numbed! So I continued in labor and it was very painful, especially difficult to push with pelvis and right leg being numb. Thank God for what my husband and I had learned in Lamaze class but even with that, it was an unfortunate experience since then all the contractions seemed focused on my left side. I had back pain afterwards.

The second epidural was for extracting spinal fluid for multiple sclerosis testing. That was fine. What was hell was the excruciating headache that wracked my entire brain, along with spine and neck pain, along with the non-stop dizziness (couldn't stand for fear of losing balance) and the violent vomiting/wretching. All of this resulted in whole body pain and weakness. Had to return to the hospital and the same anesthesiologist who had performed the spinal tap procedure then inserted ANOTHER needle into my spine because he said that was the protocol for releasing me from the horrid after effects. And yes it did just that! But I swore off every having another needle inserted into my spine.
That's why I rejected what a pain management doctor prescribed in February of this year, as the plan for purportedly relieving the shooting electrical pains in my foot and leg. Made little sense to me (which is what I told him) and rejected his plan politely but firmly.
I also have lumbar issues and nerve damage along with spinal stenosis, so I am very opposed to having the possibility of adding to my issues. As for the burning nerve pain in my left leg: Still there, all the way from ankle/foot and UP the leg and into the thigh, with 24/7 Pain Level ranging from a constant 5 up to a level 8 (out of 10). I'm in the process of locating a physiatrist (not psychiatrist, thank goodness at least not yet😆!) and neurologist for second opinions. So time consuming! Not to mention also emotionally, psychologically, and physically draining.

Bottom line: I'm not keen on needles anywhere into my spine. Uh-uh...

You do what you feel is best for you, but please question, question, question...especially regarding the caveats.
I wish you relief from your pain conditions. 🙏🏽

I have had more epidurals in my spine then I can count.
I have also had multiple radio frequency injections to burn the nerves. Both type of procedures were done by board certified anesthesiologist Dr. V. Johnson @ NY Spine & Pain.
Yes there are risks in the house when dealing with pain management, but for me I felt I had to trust my doctor to help alleviate all of that horrible pain in both my lumbar and cervical spine. I thank God everyday 🙏 for his excellent Skill performing these outpatient procedures!! My pain finally has gone down from 10+, to a 2 on great days; 5-8 tops after a few months & too much bending, and housework.
I don't know what I would do without seeing Jenna Edlin, PA who is his diagnostician who listens very carefully to my symptoms, after viewing my MRI's.
My suggestion don't be afraid just have faith in your doctor knowing he has your best interest at heart. GO CHIEFS DR J. 🤗👏

Go ahead get the infection as long as you know pain management doctor who is going to administer epidural. NY Spine & Pain centers have offices throughout the US! Give them a try they're awesome and they work.

Just had another SI injection 1 week ago. Pain relief lasted 1 day.
I think I have had 2 or 3 injections in the past for severe sacriliac joint arthritis, none of which helped.
Glad you are out of pain, what a great relief, but my lack of faith about this procedure is really not at fault for its failure. It's purely physical!

I was told that for some if the injection didn't work the first time, then it won't work. Sorry for your,I hope you find a solution.