{"id":3502,"date":"2025-06-26T11:22:17","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T11:22:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tidolore.ch\/staging\/infiltrazione-epidurale-translaminare-cervicale\/"},"modified":"2026-04-26T09:39:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T09:39:15","slug":"infiltrazione-epidurale-translaminare-cervicale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tidolore.ch\/staging\/en\/infiltrazione-epidurale-translaminare-cervicale\/","title":{"rendered":"Infiltrazione epidurale translaminare cervicale"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Am I Being Offered this Procedure?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Your doctor suspects that pain in your neck, shoulders, or arms may be caused by inflammation or compression of the nerve roots in your cervical spine. These roots exit through small holes (foramina) that can narrow over time or due to degenerative changes. This can cause irritation or compression of the nerves, resulting in pain, tingling, or numbness. A herniated disc can also compress a nerve root and cause similar symptoms. Epidural infiltration can also be useful in other situations, such as persistent pain after a herpes zoster (shingles) infection, especially if treatment is carried out within the first three months after the onset of symptoms.    <\/p>\n\n<p>Cervical epidural injection is a targeted treatment to reduce inflammation and pain in these situations.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a Cervical Epidural Injection?<\/h2>\n\n<p>It is an injection into the epidural space of the neck that combines:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Local anesthetic: to see immediately if the pain is reduced, and to better understand where the pain is coming from (diagnostic test)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cortisone<\/strong>: to decrease inflammation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Before the Procedure: What to Know<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>Inform your pain specialist if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have a fever or feel unwell<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have allergies to medications, local anesthetics, or contrast agents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are taking anticoagulant medications (they may need to be suspended)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are pregnant (the procedure uses X-rays and will be postponed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Prepare<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You may take your usual medications, unless otherwise instructed for anticoagulants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is an outpatient procedure: hospitalization is not required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will not be able to drive after the procedure: arrange for someone to accompany you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How is the Procedure Performed?<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An intravenous line will be placed for safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will lie face down on an examination table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The skin is disinfected and prepared in a sterile manner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The skin is anesthetized with a local anesthetic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The doctor inserts a thin needle into the cervical epidural space, guided by X-ray.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A small amount of contrast medium is used to confirm the correct position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The anesthetic and cortisone are injected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><strong>Duration:<\/strong> about 15-30 minutes.<br\/>After a short rest, you can return home (with escort).<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens Afterwards?<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Immediately after, you might feel an improvement thanks to the anesthetic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is normal to feel some numbness or a sensation of heaviness in the neck, shoulders, or arm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the first few days, there may be a slight temporary worsening of symptoms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The full effect of the cortisone begins after about <strong>7\u201310 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>In most cases, only one day of rest is needed after a minimally invasive procedure.<\/p>\n\n<p>We will ask you to fill out a simple form to evaluate the effectiveness of the procedure.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Do the Benefits Last?<\/h2>\n\n<p>It depends on the cause of the pain:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In some cases, a single infiltration provides lasting relief.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In others, it may be necessary to repeat the treatment or consider other therapies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are there Risks or Side Effects?<\/h2>\n\n<p>The procedure is generally safe. Possible side effects include: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Slight pain or discomfort at the injection site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporary feeling of numbness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rarely, infection, allergic reaction, bleeding, or nerve injury (damage to a nerve)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporary effects of cortisone (flushing, sweating, palpitations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In diabetic patients, a possible temporary increase in blood sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Serious complications are very rare.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remember:<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not drive for <strong>24 hours<\/strong> after the procedure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrange for someone to accompany you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carefully fill out the form that will be given to you and return it to your pain doctor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Am I Being Offered this Procedure? 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Your doctor suspects that pain in your neck, shoulders, or arms may be caused by inflammation or compression of the nerve roots in your cervical spine. These roots exit through small holes (foramina) that can narrow over time or due to degenerative changes. 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