Cortisone/ablation spinal injection

[Sunnyseas]

I have RA and have arthritis in my lower back. I’ve been offered a cortisone spinal injection so help ease the inflammation. Also, if this doesn’t help with the pain they can then do a radio frequency ablation.

Has anyone had either of these? Ss

[Mmrr]

I don't have any words of wisdom, but just having had spinal surgery myself I just I wanted to wish you well. Hopefully someone on the forum will be able to give you information.

[oldtimer]

Have you tried the search box for previous posts?

[Hannah-NRAS]

Hi Sunnyseas!

I'm sorry you've not had any responses from our wonderful community members. Cortisone injections (AKA steroid injection) can yield a positive effect on many and swelling in the joints for many creating a sort of 'miraculous' lifting of pain for the majority of individuals.

However, like with all medications, there is the potential (thought not guarantee) for side effects and it may work differently for you compared to others. You can read more about steroid use in RA treatment here: nras.org.uk/resource/steroids/

The Radio frequency ablation therapy you talk about is not one that we are as familiar with here at NRAS, from some quick research, it seems it is used to address pain within the body but it does seem to be still under scrutiny and subject to ongoing research into its effectiveness.

I apologise that I am unable to provide more first hand experience for you.

I hope you find this information useful and wish you all the best. Should you require any additional information or support please contact our helpline on 0800 298 7650 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-4.30pm) or email us at [e-mail]

Best wishes,

Hannah

NRAS Information and support coordinator

[Sunnyseas in reply to Hannah-NRAS]

Many thanks Hannah, this is very helpful