Steroids inj at spinal cd. Cereful.

Slip disc or disc prolapse is condition where the cartilage between two vertebra bulges out of its normal position into spinal column leading to compression of spinal cord and nerve roots causing symptoms from severe pain upto sensory and motor disturbances.. treatment includes prolonged bed rest, avoid heavy weight lifting, avoid bending, keep changing postures, low back exercises to strengthen back muscles, physiotherapy. If al of these fail to relieve symptoms then next is epidural steroid injection where steroid(Triamcinolone acetonide, Dexamethasone, and Methylprednisolone acetate are commonly used steroids) is injected in epidural space where nerve roots are present. Steroids are anti inflammatory, reduce chemicals causing cause pain and thus alleviate pain. It relieves pain in most of patients.. it's low risk procedure. Caution to be taken if patients have uncontrolled sugars,cardiac failure, or taking blood thinners, anti platelet drugs like aspirin/clopidogrel.. Dear sir you haven't mentioned what heart condition so I suggest you consult your physician once before going for the procedure..