Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) are a common treatment option for many forms of lower back pain and leg pain. The goals of an epidural steroid injection are to: * Control pain by reducing inflammation in and around the nerve roots * Improve mobility and function in the lower back and legs * Allow the patient to participate in and make progress with a comprehensive physical therapy and rehabilitation program Potential Benefits of Epidural Steroid Injections * Reduce nerve pain and inflammation

Cervical epidural injection is a procedure that provides pain relief for patients suffering from chronic neck pain or nerve compression.Cervical epidural injections are a nonsurgical treatment for neck pain. They are usually given as an outpatient procedure and take less than 15 minutes. During this procedure, the doctor will inject the epidural space with a steroid and local anesthetic.Before a patient undergoes a cervical epidural injection, a doctor must determine the exact cause of the pain.