Lower back pain is one of the most common physical health problems. According to the World Health Organisation, it’s the leading cause of disability in the world, with cases expected to reach 843 million by 2050 [1]. Lumbar epidural steroid injections (ESIs) are designed to treat lower back pain by reducing inflammation around the lower…
Labour is a painful experience for many women. If you’re a first time mum — or have had a difficult experience in previous pregnancies — you may be worried about how to manage labour pain. But fortunately there are plenty of pain relief options available for women undergoing all kinds of births. In this guide…
Epidural steroid injections are an effective treatment for many different back and spine conditions, including sciatica, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and non-specific lower back pain. They can provide rapid relief, enabling you to get back to your daily activities. Pain relief from epidural injections for back pain usually lasts for several weeks up to a…
An epidural is a safe, effective, and popular pain relief method for women in childbirth. The epidural rate in the UK is approximately 60% — meaning six in ten women opt for an epidural in labour [1]. But while an epidural can deliver very effective pain relief in labour, there are some drawbacks which mean…
Epidural steroid injections are used to deliver corticosteroid medication into your spine, relieving pain from chronic or debilitating conditions like sciatica and other nerve compression problems. Generally, epidural steroid injections are a safe way to manage severe or chronic back pain. Research indicates a steroid injection success rate of 50% to 84%, depending on the…
