Non-epidural steroid injection: What to expect from your procedure - 08/2009

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Non-epidural steroid injection: What to expect from your procedure

Abstract

This handout explains non-epidural steroid injection, which is given to ease pain. Includes an explanation of the procedure, how to prepare, instructions for medicines, activities, side effects, filling out a pain diary, and follow-up care.

Author

Center for Pain Relief

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2009

Revision Date

08/2009

Print Abstract

General Subject

Neurological Disorders

Therapeutic Procedures

Specific Subject/Keyword

Injections

Pain

Pain Measurement

Patient Care Procedures and Instructions

Side Effects

Steroids

Languages

English

Record ID

3624