CAUDAL EPIDURAL BLOCK TREATMENT
The Caudal Epidural Block is a commonly used technique for pain relief, especially in the lower body. This non-surgical treatment uses local anesthetics and steroids to alleviate pain and inflammation in the lower back, legs, and pelvic regions.
What is a Caudal Epidural Block?
A Caudal Epidural Block is a type of regional anesthesia, mainly used to provide pain relief for chronic lower back and leg pain. It involves injecting a mixture of local anesthetics and steroids into the epidural space in the lower part of the spine, reducing inflammation and blocking pain signals to the brain.
The Procedure: What to Expect
The procedure is typically done on an outpatient basis. The patient is positioned on their stomach, and the lower back is cleaned and numbed. Using X-ray guidance, a small needle is carefully inserted into the caudal space, a sac at the base of the spine. A contrast dye is then injected to ensure the needle is in the right location. The medication mixture is then slowly injected, and the needle is removed. The whole procedure typically takes less than an hour.
Who Can Benefit from a Caudal Epidural Block?
Caudal Epidural Blocks are often used for patients suffering from chronic lower back or leg pain, especially when more conservative treatments have not been effective. They can provide significant relief for conditions such as sciatica, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and post-operative ‘failed back’ pain syndromes.
The Benefits and Risks of a Caudal Epidural Block
The primary benefit of a Caudal Epidural Block is the significant reduction in pain, which can improve mobility and quality of life. The procedure is minimally invasive and has a low risk of complications.
However, as with all procedures, there are potential risks, including infection, bleeding, and nerve damage. There can be temporary side effects such as low blood pressure, headache, and numbness or weakness in the lower limbs. The Caudal Epidural Block is a valuable tool in the management of chronic lower back and leg pain, offering relief when other treatments may have failed. It’s essential for patients to discuss this treatment option with their healthcare provider to ensure it’s the right choice for their specific circumstances.
Why Choose Us?
At Dr Özgür Akşan – Health Türkiye, we have been providing top-quality neurosurgical treatment options for almost a decade under the guidance and leadership of Op. Dr. Özgür Akşan. Our team is comprised of highly experienced and skilled surgeons, including Dr. Özgür Akşan, Dr. Nail Özdemir, and Dr. Feryal Akşan, all of them having more than 20 years of experience in medicine.
We offer a wide range of treatment options for various neurosurgical conditions, including herniated discs, lumbar spinal stenosis, traumatic brain injury, brain tumors, cervical disc herniation, Chiari malformation, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more. Our team is highly skilled in performing advanced neurosurgical procedures, such as microsurgical discectomy, endoscopic discectomy, spinal fusion instrumentation, craniotomy, craniectomy, gamma-knife radiation therapy, and many more.
At Dr Özgür Akşan – Health Türkiye, we are committed to providing personalized care and tailored treatment plans for each patient based on their unique needs and medical history. Our clinic in Izmir is equipped with the latest technology and we are working with private hospitals with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure the highest level of care for our patients.
Choose Dr Özgür Akşan – Health Türkiye for your neurosurgical needs and experience the expertise and care of our highly trained team of neurosurgeons, led by Dr. Özgür Akşan himself.