A selective nerve root block is a highly specialized form of a transforaminal epidural steroid injection, which serves as a diagnostic tool for disc problems or nerve root inflammation. This problem can occur in patients suffering from disc herniation or protrusions that can result from traumatic injury or chronic degeneration of the spine. In conjunction with imaging studies, this procedure will aid in pain localization, helping the clinician to diagnose and treat the pain generators, allowing for the development of a comprehensive treatment plan. The injection will also reduce inflammation and swelling around the spinal nerve roots, thereby alleviating pain and numbness in the neck and arms or lower back and legs.
Our skilled physicians use live X-ray imaging to carefully and accurately place a small needle close to the epidural space, safeguarding the spinal cord and nerves. The injection consists of an anesthetic and steroid, which provides not only strong diagnostic probability but also a good opportunity for long-term pain relief and therapeutic benefits.
