Nerve Root Injections
Symptoms
What are Nerve Root Injections?
Nerve root injection is a non-surgical technique in which the cervical or lumbar nerve roots are injected to treat pain caused by nerve root inflammation. This pain is usually felt in the arms or legs.
What is the purpose of Nerve Root Injections?
Nerve root injections are performed for several reasons, such as: - Stopping or reducing pain - Improving the patient’s ability to walk for longer periods without pain - Avoiding surgery, and in some cases, they are considered an ideal solution to delay the need for surgery - Reducing the inflammation in the nerve roots
How does the doctor perform Nerve Root Injections?
Nerve root injections are performed in an operating room under local anesthesia and sedation. A fine needle is guided using interventional radiology equipment to the nerve roots, where the required substances are injected.
Is Nerve Root Injection considered surgery?
Nerve root injection is considered a procedure but not a surgical one, as it is done using a fine needle without any blood loss or surgical incisions.
How is a patient diagnosed to determine if they need Nerve Root Injections?
Dr. Mohamed Koura examines the patient after listening to their complaints and taking a complete medical history. He then conducts certain tests to determine the cause of the pain and may request imaging tests such as X-rays or MRI scans. These tests help determine if the patient has nerve root compression or inflammation.
How long does the Nerve Root Injection procedure take?
The procedure takes about 30 to 45 minutes in the operating room.
What happens after the Nerve Root Injection procedure?
After the procedure, the patient is transferred to their private room to rest for an hour or two, after which they can leave the hospital. From the first day, the patient can resume their daily activities normally, with some precautions as advised by Dr. Mohamed Koura.
How soon after the procedure can the patient travel by plane?
Nerve root injection is a simple non-surgical technique, so the patient can travel by plane within a day or two, with no adverse effects on their health.
What are the benefits of Nerve Root Injections?
Nerve root injections offer numerous benefits, including: - Pain relief in a simple and easy way, potentially avoiding the need for surgery - Very quick recovery time - A very safe method with no harm
Can Nerve Root Injections cause nerve damage or paralysis?
There is a common misconception among many patients that nerve root injections might cause paralysis or nerve damage. This is not true, as the needle used for nerve injection is the same size as a regular injection needle and does not cause any harm.
What substances are used in the injections?
Various substances can be used for nerve root injections, including anti-inflammatory agents like Hyalase, Marcain, and corticosteroids. The type of injection is determined by Dr. Mohamed Koura based on the patient’s health condition and diagnosis.
Is Nerve Root Injection a permanent solution for pain, or is it just a temporary relief? Nerve root injection is a permanent treatment for some cases of nerve root inflammation, but it serves as a pain reliever for patients suffering from severe nerve compression due to disc herniation and who are scheduled for surgical intervention. In all cases, it is essential for the patient to follow the post-procedure instructions given by Dr. Mohamed Koura to prevent the recurrence of inflammation.
Can Nerve Root Injections be repeated?
Nerve root injections treat inflammation, meaning they are completely safe and can be repeated multiple times if inflammation occurs again.
Why Choose Dr. Mohamed Koura ?
Simply put, because he is the best doctor. He stays updated on the latest treatment technologies through his participation in various international conferences with leading foreign doctors and experts. Finally, and most importantly, Dr. Mohamed Koura is the best doctor in Egypt and the Arab world, possessing 12 non-surgical techniques for treating spinal and joint problems. He was the first to introduce modern interventional treatment techniques in Egypt and the Middle East and is the only one using the disc fx technique to treat spinal pain.
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