Lumbar Radiculopathy (Sciatica)

Additionally, The term sciatica describes the symptoms of leg pain and possibly tingling, numbness or weakness that originates in the lower back and travels through the buttock and down the large sciatic nerve in the back of the leg.

While sciatica is most commonly a result of a lumbar disc herniation directly pressing on the nerve, any cause of irritation or inflammation of the sciatic nerve can reproduce the symptoms of sciatica. Moreover, This irritation of nerves as a result of an abnormal intervertebral disc is referred to as radiculopathy. So, Aside from a pinched nerve from a disc, other causes of sciatica include irritation of the nerve from adjacent bone, tumors, muscle, internal bleeding, infections, injury, and other causes. Sometimes sciatica can occur because of irritation of the sciatic nerve during pregnancy.

Types of Treatment

Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection, Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) are a common treatment option for many forms of low back pain and leg pain. Moreover, They have been used for low back problems since 1952 and are still an integral part of the non-surgical management of sciatica and low back pain. Furthermore, The goal of the injection is pain relief; at times the injection alone is sufficient to provide relief, but commonly an epidural steroid injection is used in combination with a comprehensive rehabilitation program to provide additional benefit.

Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection, Cervical epidural steroid injections (CESIs) are a frequently used treatment for neck and head chronic pain syndromes. Moreover, Chronic neck pain and cervical radiculitis are the most commonly treated condition with CESIs. Furthermore, Headaches and cervical spinal stenosis may also benefit from this treatment modality.

Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection, This injection procedure is performed to relieve low back and radiating leg pain. Steroid medication reduces inflammation from spinal conditions like stenosis and herniated discs.

Additionally, The patient lies face down. A cushion is placed under the stomach area to provide comfort and flex the back. Moreover, This position causes the spine to open, allowing for easier access to the epidural space. The physician uses a fluoroscope to locate the appropriate lumbar vertebra and nerve root, and a local anesthetic numbs the skin.

Nevada Advanced Pain Specialists is recognized as an industry leader in pain management. We have a state-of-the-art facility in Reno, Nevada, that allows for us to offer the highest possible level of quality care of our patients.

Additionally, We are committed to providing a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approach for each individual’s pain complaints to provide the most appropriate care. Our approach includes analysis of biomechanics, joint motion, as well as skeletal, nerve and muscle tissues. Every individual is evaluated for the root cause of their pain – not just a “quick fix” approach to only provide symptomatic relief.

Moreover, Your pain will be evaluated with latest diagnostic tools and technologies used by the professionals at Nevada Advanced Pain Specialists to make accurate assessments including: EMG/Nerve testing, MRIs, x-rays, bone scans, and diagnostic pain injections.