Spine Injections
For diagnosing and treating your neck or back pain
About SPINE INJECTOINS
For diagnosing and treating your neck or back pain
Epidural Steroid Interlaminar Injections (ESI) are used to calm inflammation and reduce pain so that you can take part in a rehabilitation program to improve your neck and back health.
In an ESI (Epidural Steroid Injection) a steroid is injected into the epidural space around the irritated nerves in your neck or back. The injection calms the inflammation and reduces pain. It takes 2-7 days to feel the full effects and the resulting pain relief varies from patient to patient. Side effects are few and rare. The goal is to reduce your pain enough so that you can make progress in your rehabilitation (physical therapy or other exercises) program.
If Dr. Esparza MD determines that you are a good candidate for an Epidural Steroid Injection he will give you information and answer all your questions. The procedure is performed in the office and there is very little discomfort except for some tenderness at the injection site.
Cervical, Lumbar or Thoracic Selective Nerve Root block is prescribed when Dr. Esparza MD suspects that your pain is caused by an irritated nerve root in your neck, upper or lower back. The irritation might be caused by compression or impingement (“pinching”) of the nerve from age-related degeneration such as osteoarthritis (called “wear and tear arthritis”) or other conditions. This procedure lets the doctor identify the cause of your neck or back pain and can also alleviate inflammation and pain.
Lumbar or Thoracic Facet Joint injections can ease the pain caused by damage to the facet joints which are small joints between the vertebrae on the back of the spine. When they are healthy, the facet joints limit friction, support the spine and provide stability and flexibility. If they are inflamed you might experience pain when you bend, twist, flex or even walk. Facet joint injections can accompany physical therapy, making it possible for you to strengthen the muscles around the weakened joints.
Lumbar or Thoracic Facet Joint injections can ease the pain caused by damage to the facet joints which are small joints between the vertebrae on the back of the spine. When they are healthy, the facet joints limit friction, support the spine and provide stability and flexibility. If they are inflamed you might experience pain when you bend, twist, flex or even walk. Facet joint injections can accompany physical therapy, making it possible for you to strengthen the muscles around the weakened joints.
Medial Branch Nerve Blocks are used to determine whether your pain is caused by the facet joints of the spine. If the facet joints are inflamed, the medial branch nerves will relay pain signals to the brain. During this
PRP Injections (Platelet Rich Plasma) is a process where a very small amount of your blood is drawn right before your procedure. It is spun in a centrifuge to concentrates the platelets in your blood. The product that results is rich in growth factors that have been shown to enhance the body’s natural healing process. PRP is safe and has been used to treat a variety of conditions for many years, (even cosmetic procedures and some treatments involving the eye!) Some advantages of PRP for neck and back conditions include faster healing, tissue repair, and even bone regeneration. By using your own blood, you reduce the chance of
Trigger Point Injections There are many trigger points in your neck and back – areas where muscles can “knot” or spasm. Trigger points can be sore to the touch and can sometimes be felt as knots under the skin. The pain from these knots can be long-lasting and can radiate, causing pain
Trigger point injections are also used to treat headaches and painful conditions such as fibromyalgia.
Get in Touch
If you have pain, there is hope for relief. Contact Dr. Carlos Esparza’s MD Office today for an appointment. Most major Insurances and Workers’ Compensation of New Mexico accepted call us at 505-242-1711 and speak with our scheduler for more information
