Cervical Epidural Steroid Injections

Cervical epidural steroid injections deliver anti-inflammatory medication directly to the source of nerve irritation in the cervical spine. This targeted approach can provide significant relief from arm pain, numbness, and tingling caused by disc herniations, bone spurs, or spinal stenosis — often allowing patients to avoid surgery altogether.

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Are Cervical Epidural Injections Right for You?

Cervical epidural steroid injections may be recommended if you're experiencing:

Cervical radiculopathy (arm pain from pinched nerve)
Cervical disc herniation causing nerve compression
Cervical spinal stenosis with radicular symptoms
Neck and arm pain not adequately controlled with oral medications and physical therapy

Procedure Overview

Procedure Time

Approximately 15-20 minutes

Anesthesia

Local anesthesia with light sedation available

Recovery

Resume normal activities within 24-48 hours

Relief Timeline

Typically begins within 3-7 days, may last weeks to months

How the Procedure Works

Using fluoroscopic (live X-ray) guidance, a small needle is precisely positioned in the epidural space near the affected nerve root. A combination of corticosteroid and local anesthetic is injected to reduce inflammation and pain. The procedure is performed as an outpatient and patients go home the same day. A series of up to three injections may be recommended depending on your response.

Why Dr. DelSole

Edward M. DelSole, MD

Dr. DelSole is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon with extensive experience in minimally invasive and complex spinal procedures. He brings a commitment to patient-centered care and evidence-based surgical decision-making.

Fellowship-trained at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute (one of the nation's top spine programs)
Board-certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Chief Resident, NYU Langone Orthopaedic Surgery
Active member, Lumbar Spine Research Society and North American Spine Society
Published researcher with 30+ peer-reviewed publications

Suffering from neck or arm pain? Let's find the right treatment.

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Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location: Wyomissing, PA (with satellite office in Reading, PA)