Epidural injection for herniated disk...safe?

Question

Is it safe to get that injection? what can be the consequences of getting such an injection? i know it's like an option instead of surgery, but what can go wrong with such an injection? what's the risk of this injection?

Have and of you ever had this injection or ever had herniated disk specifically in the lower back area which caused SEVERE pain to left leg?

Answer 1

If you are unsure you want to go through with it, I would seek out a chiropractor who specializes in a technique called Cox Flexion-Distraction Technique. It has an 87% success rate at helping people who have disc herniations. There are risks with the injection, and I know people who were hurt by it, and then again I know people who were helped by it.

Answer 2

I went through the exact same thing with very severe pain. I saw a orthopedic surgeon and he fixed my pain and I would recommend you do the same. I was home the next day and the surgery fixed my herniated disc.