Caudal injections are a type of epidural injection(epidural space surrounds the spinal cord and nerve roots) administered to low back. The injection contains a steroid that reduces pain and inflammation. Caudal injections are performed as outpatient procedures so that patients can go home the same day. Most patients experience pain relief within a few days(peak effect can be seen within 8 days) .
Causes of nerve pain and inflammation may include:
1)Spinal canal stenosis.
2)Failed back syndrome or postlaminectomy syndrome.
3)Herniated disks.
4)Degenerative disk disease.
5)Sciatica or Radiculopathy
Causes of nerve pain and inflammation may include:
1)Spinal canal stenosis.
2)Failed back syndrome or postlaminectomy syndrome.
3)Herniated disks.
4)Degenerative disk disease.
5)Sciatica or Radiculopathy
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