Epidural in lower back

[Jhpc]

I had an epidural in lower back on the 15th December to treat pain due to bulging disc sitting near the nerve. It’s yet to kick in or it hasn’t worked, how long does it normally take to feel better?

[thelady2003uk]

Hi, I had the same procedure about 5 years ago for the same problem, it took about two weeks to kick in properly and then it lasted for about two years. We are all different but my specialist told me that in a very small amount of people it doesn't work, in others it lasts for 12 months plus. I hope that you are the latter! Take care, have a very Merry Christmas and Stay Safe!

[Jhpc in reply to thelady2003uk]

So there is hope for me yet. I had one last Xmas eve it worked straight away but he did it in a different area this time, so fingers crossed it will work.

Thanks for your reply Merry Christmas to you too

[Krock1]

I had a series of 3 injections about 19 years ago. The first of the series gave me some relief. I was told to not do any strenuous activity for the first 48 hours after each injection. The second shot occurred about 2 weeks later with greater effect. By the end of the 3rd injection I was able to get in front of the pain due to the stenosis inflammation. By using stretching and anti-inflammatory pills when doing strenuous activities I was able to stay in front of the inflammation for about 15 years. I had a back fusion 4 years ago.

[Jhpc in reply to Krock1]

Thanks for your reply Merry Christmas.Yes I’m in line for a decompression op next year, I just needed some pain relief to tide me over, just wait and see . Take care x