OT : Elliptical Steroid Injection?
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Sullyman
Premium Member
There's some pain but it's a very fast procedure and you'll have some tenderness at the site of the injection. You'll probably have to have someone to drive you. They numb your back and then give you the injection, then you have to sit around for a while to make sure no adverse reaction, and you're on your way home.
The upside is you may see a big decrease in pain that may last a while. The downside is getting the shot and getting no relief.
Lets talk more after you have it done, you'll know in a day or so if it's going to help.
The upside is you may see a big decrease in pain that may last a while. The downside is getting the shot and getting no relief.
Lets talk more after you have it done, you'll know in a day or so if it's going to help.
dohc97
Active member
Joe, i have known about your injury for awhile but i never got the deal on how it happened? Maybe i missed it, but i have known people that get injections. For some it works but only lasts a little then you have to get another, its just a temporary fix and i know that back surgery sounds scary but i would look into getting this fixed right.
redvipe2010
In Memoriam
Vicodin and Tylonol 3 did help some. It made me more sleepy than anything. Morphine made my blood pressure drop to 60/40 in the ER and I passed out. No more morphine for me!
I am a wimp when it comes to pain killers! (Vicodin and Tylonol3) I drive my husband insane with repeating myself and asking the same questions over and over! But hey, I have no memory of it so its all good!!!!
I usually try to stick with the 600 mg of Ibroprophene because of the side affects of the other drugs. When the pain is so bad that the Ibruprophene doesn't work, I take the stronger stuff and go to la la land!
Sullyman
Premium Member
Joe, most disc problems get better on their own, don't have surgery without giving it time to heal on it's own. If it doesn't, then you can think about surgery.
I told you I've had my cervical spine fused but my pain stayed, at 19 you should heal but you've got to take it very easy.
I thought I was too young for these problems when I was 45, 7 years later and I'm pretty much in the same state but have a plate in my neck.
I told you I've had my cervical spine fused but my pain stayed, at 19 you should heal but you've got to take it very easy.
I thought I was too young for these problems when I was 45, 7 years later and I'm pretty much in the same state but have a plate in my neck.
ghostman
New member
The epidural is an numbing agent where the needle is inserted between your vertebrae into your spinal canal so you do not feel pain below that level. It is easier to inject where the spaces between bones are very large (like your lower back) and harder to do in between smaller bones like your neck. The steroid injection should decrease swelling of your disks and allow your L4 vertebrae to go back into it's normal position. Physical therapy is also common to have to strengthen that area. The lasting effects of this procedure vary, and your doctor should tell you the options. Fusion with surgery is relatively common, and not as major as it sounds. Rest and proper body mechanics are probably better than vicodin or morphine...so try not to go that route Elvis! Good luck and lift with your legs.
Mojo Jojo
In Memoriam
Sullyman - Hopefully it will work. Thanks for the heads up. Surgery is an early option given to me right now, but they said I can take as much time as I want. I'll take it when I'm 30 or 40 if I'm really screwed up.
dohc97 - Well working for S***o is fun because of the money, but I guess it all has to end sometime.
redvipe2010 - Just great IBU does nothing just a small pain drop. Tylonol never worked the two times it was given in the ER. Vicodin I'm afraid to get hocked and visit lala land for the wrong reasons
, and Morphine well just hearing the name is scary. On the flip side it does work, it had me sleeping after 1 hour.
driftin - Stupid work lol
dohc97 - Well working for S***o is fun because of the money, but I guess it all has to end sometime.
redvipe2010 - Just great IBU does nothing just a small pain drop. Tylonol never worked the two times it was given in the ER. Vicodin I'm afraid to get hocked and visit lala land for the wrong reasons
, and Morphine well just hearing the name is scary. On the flip side it does work, it had me sleeping after 1 hour. driftin - Stupid work lol
sugartooth
Reef bully
Try and get this under control as early as possible. The longer you go without relief the more likely you will develop sensitization.
hansnfrans
New member
"So, probably cortisone injections, a corticosteroid. Perfectly fine in the short term and it's not anabolic steroids that give backacne, receding hairlines and penis shrinkage, so you need to use a 2L bottle. "
Hey! Good things come with small packages.....er.....um...or is it, Good things come IN small packages
Joe - It's too bad that they're not anabolic. I woulda traded ya some cool frags for it
Hey! Good things come with small packages.....er.....um...or is it, Good things come IN small packages
Joe - It's too bad that they're not anabolic. I woulda traded ya some cool frags for it
Mojo Jojo
In Memoriam
ghostman - Thanks, and yup legs have become my best friend.
sugartooth - I'm doing my best. It's really hard to get the muscles to work sometimes due to all the sensation I've lost and gosh sometimes they just lock up like you would not believe.
Hans - Aww man I was looking to get some of those sweet zoas you got from Rod.... Sike! I'm freakin happy:lol:
Thanks guys! Now I have to get ready for school.
sugartooth - I'm doing my best. It's really hard to get the muscles to work sometimes due to all the sensation I've lost and gosh sometimes they just lock up like you would not believe.
Hans - Aww man I was looking to get some of those sweet zoas you got from Rod.... Sike! I'm freakin happy:lol:
Thanks guys! Now I have to get ready for school.
jjjimmy
Premium Member
Have you checked into Chiropractic? Everything that they do is related to spinal corrections. I just thought that it would be good to have another option.
My family sees a chiropractor and he has done wonders for my wife's kidney infections and even kept me son's ADD in check to my astonishment.
My family sees a chiropractor and he has done wonders for my wife's kidney infections and even kept me son's ADD in check to my astonishment.
joeyjoeq:
I had sciatica recently and thought I would go out of my mind. I had one epidural, helped a bit. The second one did the trick. The Dr. offered me an option of a third one, but thank goodness, I didn't need one. Years ago I had epidurals for back pain.
Everyone is different, but definately do your homework. Epidural steroid injections are a pretty non-invasive treatment. It's a non-surgical procedure.
Try to avoid invasive surgery at all costs. If you have to have surgery, get three opinions. PM me if you want more info.
Best of luck to ya!
---Chip
I had sciatica recently and thought I would go out of my mind. I had one epidural, helped a bit. The second one did the trick. The Dr. offered me an option of a third one, but thank goodness, I didn't need one. Years ago I had epidurals for back pain.
Everyone is different, but definately do your homework. Epidural steroid injections are a pretty non-invasive treatment. It's a non-surgical procedure.
Try to avoid invasive surgery at all costs. If you have to have surgery, get three opinions. PM me if you want more info.
Best of luck to ya!
---Chip
smketyr
New member
Joey,
I took a 35 foot fall fighting a fire and compressed my back. I have had four back surgeries all at different spinal levels. Two have been successful and two have failed to an extent, I can walk but the pain is still there. I was never offered the option of the steroid injections until I started seeing a different Doc. The previous Dr. was a cutter, no choices straight to the knife. The new Dr., is more conservative, tries different things first. I had my first steriod injection a year ago, at a spinal level that the disc was removed, and it worked for a time as well as the other two. Be conservative and try different things. With the surgeries I gained a LOT of weight, I could not exercise and my eating habits were the same. Now the weight adds to the pain, but I still cant do the right exercises because of the back pain. I do not regret having the surgeries, but I wish I would have gotten several opinions first and tried different things.
One thing I did learn, but too late, yet it still works is to walk the back pain off. A simple stroll around the block will help, not at first, but it will help. Do any exercise given to you from the Dr or the PT.
Good Luck! I would not wish back pain on my worst enemy.
Tom
I took a 35 foot fall fighting a fire and compressed my back. I have had four back surgeries all at different spinal levels. Two have been successful and two have failed to an extent, I can walk but the pain is still there. I was never offered the option of the steroid injections until I started seeing a different Doc. The previous Dr. was a cutter, no choices straight to the knife. The new Dr., is more conservative, tries different things first. I had my first steriod injection a year ago, at a spinal level that the disc was removed, and it worked for a time as well as the other two. Be conservative and try different things. With the surgeries I gained a LOT of weight, I could not exercise and my eating habits were the same. Now the weight adds to the pain, but I still cant do the right exercises because of the back pain. I do not regret having the surgeries, but I wish I would have gotten several opinions first and tried different things.
One thing I did learn, but too late, yet it still works is to walk the back pain off. A simple stroll around the block will help, not at first, but it will help. Do any exercise given to you from the Dr or the PT.
Good Luck! I would not wish back pain on my worst enemy.
Tom
sugartooth
Reef bully
If you are considering surgery, there are some new developments and implants that allow the surgeon a less invasive method. Two things come to mind. One is where there is a compound/product that can be injected that mimics cartilage so you are not bone on bone.
The other devices that come to mind allow the surgeon only 2 incision points, small implant devices to stabilize the cervical and lumbar area.
Not really sure if any of these would apply to your situation, but thought I'd mention it in case you feel the doctor is limiting your options.
People that experience long term pain will tell you that it is debilitating, so the sooner you take care of it the better in the long run.
The other devices that come to mind allow the surgeon only 2 incision points, small implant devices to stabilize the cervical and lumbar area.
Not really sure if any of these would apply to your situation, but thought I'd mention it in case you feel the doctor is limiting your options.
People that experience long term pain will tell you that it is debilitating, so the sooner you take care of it the better in the long run.
Pufferpunk
New member
That would be Synvisc (do a search). I get them in my knee every 6 months. It is made from rooster combs & feels like padding in the joint. You need 3 injections, 1 week apart & it's only is good for 6 months. I've been getting them for 2 years now but will be scheduling a knee replacement for the winter, as the injections don't seem to be working as well anymore. It's bone on bone now.
acsi
Premium Member
Although things do vary from individual to individual, generally it's often better to be conservative and do the least invasive procedures first before trying surgery. Steriod epidurals are safe, painless if done properly, and can be quite effective. Some people get a series of them and never need anything more. Others can at least delay surgery. In someone as young as you, surgery now may leave you needing more later.
That having been said, in the end, find a doctor you trust, discuss it with him or her and make your decision based on good medical knowledge in concert with your own needs and situation. I respect my fellow reefers opinions but there is just no substitute for solid, evidence -based advice before making a potentially big decision. JMHO.
That having been said, in the end, find a doctor you trust, discuss it with him or her and make your decision based on good medical knowledge in concert with your own needs and situation. I respect my fellow reefers opinions but there is just no substitute for solid, evidence -based advice before making a potentially big decision. JMHO.
