Back Pain Treatment in Baton Rouge
Back pain is a common problem for many people, both young and old. Some have chronic issues, while others experience acute back pain, which normally lasts less than three months. Dr. Ferachi provides comprehensive evaluation and individualized treatment for both types.
Epidural Steroid Injections
For those with chronic pain, medications like epidural steroid injections are administered for pain relief, while also giving patients the ability to participate in physical therapy exercises. Epidural steroid injections are used when pain needs to be treated locally. They are injected directly into the epidural space in the spine, providing pain relief through a combination of cortisone (a steroid) and lidocaine, which work together to decrease inflammation and alleviate pain.
Often, oral steroids or painkillers cannot get close enough to the source of pain. Epidural steroid injections are different, because they get as close to the source of pain as possible. Many people who suffer from back pain are actually suffering from inflammation — epidural steroid injections flush out the area experiencing pain, bringing meaningful relief.
Facet Joint Injections
Like epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections are given to patients for relief from pain. Many people who have spinal arthritis or back injuries are given facet joint injections. Pain management is key, since the injections are administered directly into facet joints in the spine. If pain does not improve with facet joint injections, it is likely that the pain is coming from another source, and further diagnostic evaluation is needed.
When to See Dr. Ferachi
- Back pain lasting more than a few weeks without improvement
- Pain that radiates into the leg (sciatica)
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs
- Back pain following an injury or accident
- Pain that interferes significantly with daily activities
Causes of back pain vary. Until the pain is properly addressed, patients will not be able to find lasting relief or live a normal life. Dr. Ferachi takes a thorough, individualized approach to finding the source of your pain and developing an effective treatment plan.