Cervical & Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections: Targeted Relief for Spinal Pain
Chronic pain in your neck or lower back may be caused by inflammation near the nerves exiting your spine. When this inflammation becomes persistent, it can lead to pain, numbness, or tingling that radiates into your arms or legs. Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) are a minimally invasive way to reduce this irritation and provide lasting relief.
At Wisteria Health, we perform cervical and lumbar ESIs using precise, image-guided techniques, so you get targeted treatment with minimal recovery time.
What Is an Epidural Steroid Injection?
An epidural steroid injection delivers anti-inflammatory medication directly into the epidural space around your spinal nerves. This helps reduce swelling, relieve pressure, and decrease pain caused by nerve root compression or irritation. ESIs do not fix the underlying structural issue, but they can break the pain cycle and allow other treatments, like physical therapy, to work more effectively.
We offer ESIs for both the cervical spine (neck) and lumbar spine (lower back) depending on the location of your symptoms.
Who Is a Candidate for an ESI?
You may benefit from a cervical or lumbar epidural steroid injection if:
You have pain radiating down the arms or legs
Your MRI or CT scan shows disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or nerve inflammation
You’ve tried conservative treatments without long-term success
You’re looking for non-surgical relief from nerve-related back or neck pain
If you’re unsure whether an ESI is the right next step, our team can help evaluate your imaging and symptoms and recommend a tailored treatment plan.
Benefits of Epidural Steroid Injections
Minimally invasive and outpatient
Quick relief from nerve irritation and inflammation
Improves mobility and function
Can delay or avoid the need for surgery
Often used alongside other treatments like nerve blocks or spinal cord stimulation
Visit our Specialties page to see how ESIs fit into your broader care plan.
Experience the Wisteria Health Difference
At Wisteria Health, we combine cutting-edge treatments with compassionate care. Our specialists stay up to date on the latest innovations in image-guided procedures and interventional pain therapies, ensuring you receive top-tier expertise. We also recognize that pain isn’t just physical: it’s emotional too. That’s why our approach integrates follow-up care, physical therapy guidance, and open communication every step of the way.
We work closely with your referring provider, primary care doctor, or spine surgeon to create a unified care plan that supports your goals.
The Process
You’ll lie comfortably while the area is cleaned and prepped
A local anesthetic is used to numb the skin
Under fluoroscopic (live X-ray) guidance, a thin needle is placed into the epidural space
A combination of steroid and anesthetic medication is injected
You’ll be monitored briefly and discharged the same day
Most patients experience pain relief within a few days. In some cases, a series of injections may be recommended for maximum benefit.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
If chronic neck or back pain is holding you back, an epidural steroid injection could provide the relief you’ve been searching for. Contact Wisteria Health today to schedule your consultation and find out whether a cervical or lumbar ESI is right for you.
Schedule a consultation or contact our team to see if you’re a candidate.
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Our Services
Experience the Wisteria Health Difference
Local availability in North Philadelphia and Montgomery County communities, with easy scheduling
Experienced providers specializing in nerve and musculoskeletal care
On-site diagnostics, image-guided injections, and rehab
Personalized, conservative-first treatment plans
A team that listens, educates, and puts your comfort first
We help patients get back to doing what they love: typing, driving, writing, and sleeping, without constant wrist pain.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
If you’re searching for epidural steroid injection, Wisteria Health is here to help. We focus on effective, non-surgical solutions designed around your goals and lifestyle.
Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward stronger, pain-free hands.