 |
Doctors Imaging Group | ||
What We Do > Diagnostic and Therapeutic Spinal and Joint Injection > Epidural Injections |
|||
 |
This is sometimes refered to a translaminar epidural and treats both sides of the spine. Another method of injecting the same medications is called a transforaminal epidural steroid injection.(TFESI) The space in the spine is similar but the medication is more concentrated on one level and treats only one side (such as a left L5 TFESI). Whereas a translaminar epidural treats multiple levels and both sides, it does not help localize the exact source of pain. A TFESI ( or nerve root block ) may be used as a diagnostic procedure to localize the source of pain and also treat that area at the same time. |
For more information on preparing for an epidural injection:
- A representative will contact you prior to your appointment to review your medications and complete registration.
- Be sure to let your doctor know if you are taking blood thinnners (Aspirin, Lovenox, Plavix, Heparin, or Coumadin). You MAY be asked to stop this medication 5 days before your procedure. You may resume the medication the day after your procedure.
- You will need to arrange for a driver to take you home.
- The joint to be studied will be injected with contrast dye,local anesthetic and steroid. If you have an allergy to any of these medications please notify our representative, scheduler, or nurse as soon as possible.
- Nothing to eat or drink 4 hours prior to your appointment time for cervical procedures or 2 hours prior to your appointment time for lumbar and thoracic procedures.
- The joint to be studied will be injected with contrast dye,local anesthetic and steroid. If you have an allergy to any of these medications please notify our representative, scheduler, or nurse as soon as possible.
- You may experience some soreness at the injection site for up to 24 hours. This can be managed with over the counter analgesics such as ibuprofen or aspirin. Cold ice packs 3-4 times daily for several days are also effective. You may take your own pain medication if it is already prescribed by your referring physician.
- If you develop headaches, fever or other symptoms contact our office at 352.333.7VIP(7847) or your referring physician. After hours or on week-ends go to the nearest emergency room or call North Florida Regional Medical Center at 352.333.4000 and ask for the Radiologist on Call.
- You can return to light activity the day of your procedure and avoid strenuous activity or physical therapy for the next 3 days.
Vascular & Interventional Procedures
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Spinal and Joint Injection Procedures
Vascular & Interventional Physicians
6685 NW 9th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32605
Phone: 352.333.7VIP (7847)
Direct Spine Line: 352. 313. 6873
Fax: 352.333.0990
Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
 |
Vascular & Interventional Procedures Diagnostic and Therapeutic Spinal and Joint Injection Procedures |
|
This website is intended to be used for information about Vascular Interventional Physicians, its services, and any affiliates that are retrieved from this site. Information contained in this website is not intended to be used as medical advice, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. No information on this site is intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Always contact a health care provider for diagnosis or treatment. By my act of accessing doctorsimaginggroup-vip.com, I accept all of the foregoing terms.
Copyright 2009 Vascular Interventional Physicians