Epidural steroid injections can deliver an anti-inflammatory steroid into the epidural space around the spinal cord. It is unclear why this might cause pain before relief, but there are many theories, ...

Steroid injections can help relieve back pain and reduce a person’s need for surgery. They are typically a safe and effective treatment but do not provide a full cure for the cause of back pain. Many ...

The body’s defenses may be mildly lowered for about 1 to 4 weeks after a single steroid shot into a joint or near your spine. In some people, particularly with higher doses, this effect may last up to ...