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Understanding Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections: A Comprehensive Guide
By APSI Wellness | November 17, 2025
What Are Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections?
Lumbar epidural steroid injections (LESIs) are a minimally invasive treatment option designed to reduce inflammation and relieve pain in the lower back and legs. These injections deliver powerful anti-inflammatory medication directly into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord and nerve roots in the lumbar (lower back) region.
The procedure combines a corticosteroid medication with a local anesthetic. The corticosteroid works to reduce inflammation around compressed or irritated nerves, while the anesthetic provides immediate pain relief.
How Do Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections Work?
When you experience lower back pain radiating into your legs, it's often due to inflammation pressing on spinal nerves. This inflammation can result from herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or degenerative disc disease. The injected corticosteroid medication mimics the effects of cortisol, a hormone naturally produced by your adrenal glands that reduces inflammation throughout the body.
By delivering this medication directly to the source of inflammation, epidural injections can provide more targeted and powerful relief than oral medications.
Conditions Treated with Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections
At APSI Wellness, we use lumbar epidural steroid injections to treat a variety of conditions:
Herniated or Bulging Discs: When the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through its outer layer, it can compress nearby nerves
Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal that can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves
Sciatica: Pain radiating along the sciatic nerve from the lower back through the hips and down each leg
Degenerative Disc Disease: Age-related wear and tear on spinal discs
Radiculopathy: Nerve root compression causing pain, numbness, or weakness
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome: Persistent pain following back surgery
The Injection Procedure: What to Expect
The procedure typically takes 15 to 30 minutes and is performed on an outpatient basis. Your physician will use fluoroscopy (real-time X-ray guidance) to ensure precise needle placement in the epidural space.
Recovery and Results
Most patients can resume normal activities within 24 hours. Some patients notice improvement within a few days, while others may take up to two weeks to feel the full benefits.
Why Choose APSI Wellness?
At APSI Wellness, we understand that chronic pain affects every aspect of your life. Our team of experienced physicians specializes in interventional pain management techniques. We use state-of-the-art equipment and advanced imaging technology to ensure precise, safe, and effective treatment.
Contact APSI Wellness today to schedule your consultation.
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