After the Procedure

  • The patient is wheeled to the recovery area where the medical staff continues to monitor the patient.
  • Patients are usually discharged home within 30-60 minutes with post-op instructions.
  • The area around the injection site will feel numb for one to two hours following the injection.
  • Steroids may cause side effects that may last for 2 to 3 days:
    • Temporary flare (worsening) of your pain
    • Headache
    • Flushing (face red and sweaty)
    • Difficulty sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Water retention