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Spinal injections can offer you significant pain relief.
You may have tried different back pain solutions before with little or no success, and you might have reservations about having an injection, we want you to know spinal injections can offer a fast and effective treatment to get back to living your life normally again
Diagnosing and understanding your condition and treatment options is an important first step to your recovery.
Spinal injections are typically used for chronic back pain, which is categorised as pain that has lasted for 3 weeks or more. If you have experienced short periods of back pain that come and go over a long period of time, this is also considered a chronic condition.
Pain in the lower back area
Lower back pain that extends into the legs
Pain in the middle or upper back area
Back pain is commonly caused by mechanical issues such as a bulging intervertebral disc, arthritic facet joints or muscular pain.
Once the back area becomes inflamed, it can be very difficult to repair by itself because the whole area is constantly under stress and the inflammation doesn’t get a proper chance to heal.
Many people adopt an approach of being careful not to bend their back too much, but this typically exacerbates the situation because the joints do not get the nourishment they need through regularly movement.
Over time, chronic back pain can start to put a real strain on people, struggling to sleep and maintaining normal routine, this can lead to depression and anxiety which feeds into the discomfort of the back pain.
Chronic back pain is something you can recover from, with the appropriate treatment, to get the right treatment you first need an accurate diagnosis.
At Living Room Health, we understand the concerns you might have about your back pain and injections, and work with you to put an effective plan into place to restore your back health and allow you to live a life free from pain.
Accurate diagnosis is the key to a life free from back pain.
Living Room Health use our in house MRIs to investigate the source of your pain, typically identifying structural degeneration. Accurately diagnosing your back pain is a crucial first step to getting you the treatment you need.
You will receive:
Not all injections are the same, there are many types of injection available, and they work in different ways.
Epidural
Epidural injections are a common treatment for back pain. Epidurals are injections to the outermost part of the spinal canal, which protects the spinal cord and lumbar spinal nerve roots.
Using x-ray guidance (Fluroscopy), our spinal specialist injects a local anaesthetic to the precise location that is causing pain along with a steroid to ease inflammation and reduce swelling.
The injection can be administered at the base of the spine or between vertebral bones (facets) around the mid-lumbar region.
Typically used for pain management, epidural injections can treat chronic back pain caused by osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, as well as sporting injuries.
Facet joint
These injections are made into the joints around the spine and contain a local anaesthetic to provide pain relief and a steroid to reduce inflammation in the area.
These injections can be used to treat back pain and help determine if your facet joints are the cause of your back pain.
Facet joints act to stabilise your spine and help control movement by linking the bones (vertebrae). They are separated by discs, which act as a unit allowing your spine to bend.
It is natural that they become more prone to wear and tear injuries due to ageing and are a common cause of back pain issues.
Nerve block
This involves injecting directly around the root of the nerve that is causing the pain to block the pain signals.
Sometimes these injections need repeating, but most people will experience the benefit after one to three injections.
Nerve-blocking injections target a specific nerve and ‘block’ the transmission of pain signals that travel from where the pain starts to the brain.
These have been shown to greatly improve back pain in people with uncontrolled symptoms who wish to avoid surgery or those who are not suitable for surgery.
Obviously, you do not need to decide which type of injection is right for you, our consultation and diagnostic processes will help determine this for you, where we can discuss the options with you.
Steroids
Epidural steroids also known as corticosteroids are usually mixed with local anaesthetic into the epidural space to relieve pain.
Epidural steroids are used in the treatment of radicular pain (pain that radiates from your back and hip into your legs through the spine) and other inflammatory spinal pain conditions.
Hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is a substance found naturally in the body that helps to lubricate joints and reduce inflammation.
Injections of hyaluronic acid into the affected area of the spine can help to reduce pain and improve joint mobility.
This treatment is commonly used for conditions like spinal osteoarthritis.
We understand that the underlying causes of back pain and the way it affects you can vary greatly to another person. That’s why the treatment we will offer you will be specifically chosen to match your circumstances.
There’s nothing to fear
Many people are afraid of injections, but there’s nothing to fear. Our spinal specialists are experts in their field and will take care of you.
Pain-relieving spinal injections can be used for a variety of issues. In your initial consultation, we will work out what is causing the pain – we can use ultrasound or MRI if necessary. We can use MRI or ultrasound scans taken elsewhere to diagnose you. Once we have diagnosed the problem, we will then recommend the appropriate type of injection.
We also use ultrasound or X-ray to see exactly where to deliver the injection, targeting the precise area that is causing the pain. Pain injections are a minimally invasive option that can have a real positive impact on your painful joint. It is also safe with a low risk of adverse reactions.
Injections are considered safe
Spinal injections are considered safe, however, as with any medical treatment, there are always risks to consider.
A spinal injection is a highly technical procedure and must be performed by an experienced specialist under the guidance of X-ray/ultrasound imaging. At Living Room Health, you will be treated by a qualified specialist in pain management, who will also explain all the considerations and risks, no matter how small.
Although the risk of complications is low, some potential adverse side effects include a small amount of bleeding, infection, a flushed face, headache, worsening pain, and nerve dysfunction (temporary/permanent). There is also a chance that your back pain is not resolved by the treatment.
What happens on the day
You may be asked to remove some of your clothing for the procedure and wear a gown that opens in the back to allow access to your spine. You will lie on your stomach or your side with your knees pulled up to your chest.
The consultant will clean your back and numb the skin with a local anaesthetic. The consultant will then insert a fine hollow needle into your back. The location will depend on the specific area being treated. This will be done using a form of injection guidance, either Ultrasound or X-Ray (fluoroscopy).
The injections should only take about 5-10 minutes with minimal discomfort. Most injections use a mixture of local anaesthetic and steroids. We take X-rays during the procedure to position the needles in the correct place. This makes the injections more comfortable, accurate, and effective.
The outcome to expect
Immediately after the procedure, you may feel that the area which has been injected with the anaesthetic solution feels numb and heavy, and you may have some leg numbness.
Alternatively, you may feel an instant reduction or complete relief of your back pain. After a local anaesthetic has been injected, it may take several hours before the feeling comes back into the treated area. You should be able to walk immediately after the procedure, although some people have some tingling or numbness for a few hours. We recommend that you don’t drive immediately and get a loved one, friend or carer to take you home.
We perform the majority of injections under local anaesthetic – this ensures a faster recovery following treatment.
We know you might have questions so we make booking a consultation with us easy, and there’s no pressure to book anything you are unsure of. Our team are here to help and guide in the right direction, whatever that might be.
“MRI lower back scan – Appointment was quick and easy to set up. MRI scan was professional and thorough with review received within 24 hours. Staff were pleasant friendly and efficient.”
25/10/22
Martin Bishop
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“Great service. Seen within a couple of days of making an enquiry into an mri scan. Received instant feedback 24 hours after my scan and yeah couldn’t of asked for a better experience with the living room health organisation. It was a lot cheaper than other quotes I was getting. And the place was very clean.”
25/01/23
Callum Coen
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“Extremely fast turn around from booking an MRI to being seen by a Doctor – 24 hours to be exact. Super professional, empathetic and informative. As much as I have high regard for the NHS, this is the place to go if you can’t wait. I couldn’t recommend Living Room Health highly enough.”
15/12/22
Jo Marks
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“A really lovely place, service is excellent! Jennifer was very helpful and provided such amazing customer service from start to finish and she even took time out to find extra information for me regarding other health services which was so nice! You dont get this service anywhere else!”
16/01/22
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Back pain is most common in the lower back (lumbar region) but can be felt anywhere along your spine, from your neck down to your hips.
Symptoms include:
Non-specific back pain, which frequently arises without any apparent cause, can result from the abnormal functioning of muscles, ligaments, cartilage, or an irritated/compressed nerve. This may be due to minor sprains and strains, muscle overuse, or injuries. However, in some instances, severe injury or illness to the spine can lead to back pain.
Conditions that are often linked to back pain include:
Most cases of back pain don’t require urgent care. You should see a doctor immediately if your pain is the result of trauma or if your pain is accompanied by any of the following symptoms:
It is recommended to schedule a medical assessment with your doctor if your backache has persisted for over six weeks and isn’t improving with self-care practices or if it’s deteriorating. Additionally, it’s essential to consult your physician if you’re experiencing back pain for the first time after turning 50 years old or if you have a medical history of osteoporosis or cancer.
Acute pain serves as a warning sign, indicating that something is wrong in your body and requires your attention. However, in some cases, acute pain can transition into chronic pain, continuing for months or even years. This can occur due to unresolved ongoing physiological conditions, such as arthritis. In many instances, the cause of pain is hard to identify as it doesn’t seem to be associated with any disease, injury, or identifiable damage to the nervous system.
Non-surgical treatments for chronic back pain include:
To avoid experiencing back pain, it’s crucial to be mindful of your posture, lifting techniques, and appropriate body mechanics when engaging in physical activities or sports. Using ergonomic furniture while working for extended periods at a desk can also be beneficial. Additionally, maintaining a healthy BMI and strengthening your core and back muscles can be helpful.
Lower back pain
Lower back pain is often due to muscle sprains, regular strains, or injury, and it’s prevalent among individuals aged 30 to 50 years old. As you age, the fluid that protects your spine decreases, leading to potential irritation.
Middle back pain
Middle back pain typically occurs below the neck and above the rib cage and is often caused by poor posture, obesity, injury, or muscle sprains and strains. Symptoms may include dull aches, sharp stabbing pains, and muscle stiffness.
Upper back pain
Upper back pain is often the outcome of poor posture, incorrect heavy lifting, overuse, or injury.
Chronic back pain
Chronic back pain is a long-lasting condition that arises from short-term back pain and persists for an extended duration, unlike common back pain and injuries, which usually recover over time.
The location of your kidneys, underneath your rib cage and toward your back, can make it challenging to differentiate between back pain and kidney pain.
Kidney pain is felt on either side of your spine between the bottom of your ribcage and hips. It’s usually sharp with kidney stones and a dull ache with infections. The pain will be constant, and it won’t improve with movement or disappear without treatment. Pain may fluctuate if you’re passing a kidney stone.
Back pain, on the other hand, is more prevalent than kidney pain and typically arises from issues with your back’s muscles, nerves, or bones. Back pain can occur anywhere on your back, but it’s most commonly felt in your lower back or buttocks. Muscle pain presents as a dull ache, while nerve pain creates a sharp burning sensation that may travel down your buttock to your lower leg or foot. Muscle pain may affect one or both sides, but nerve pain usually affects only one side.
Yes, but it takes a long time and can be hard to access.
You should start experiencing relief from your back pain within 1 to 3 days of receiving an epidural injection, but it may take up to a week to notice any improvement. While this treatment may provide permanent relief for some individuals, it is not a cure for back pain. Typically, if you have chronic back pain, the injection may remain effective for 3 to 6 months or more. Facet joint injections are often recommended by doctors up to three times a year, and the positive outcome is expected to last for about four months.
Steroid injections, also called corticosteroid injections, are anti-inflammatory medicines used to treat various conditions such as arthritis, joint pain, sciatica, and inflammatory bowel disease.
It will normally take you a few days to recover from back pain injections. It is recommended that you rest and relax for the first 24 hours after the injection in a reclined position. Most patients can resume work 1-3 days following the injection (depending on the job). Icing the site and taking an over-the-counter pain reliever can help with the pain.
Your back might be a little sore for a few days after the injection, but epidural steroid injections are safe. The most common side effects are mild and may include:
These side effects should improve without treatment within 1 or 2 days. If your back still hurts a few days after the injection, let your doctor know. If you have more serious side effects, such as bleeding or an allergic reaction, call your doctor’s office right away.
Low back pain accompanied by leg pain, tingling or numbness is often a sign of sciatica. This complaint usually occurs when a disc or other structure presses against the sciatic nerve roots.
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