Struggling with Chronic Back Pain? — Ask your Doctor about Racz Epidural Neurolysis

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Jul 25, 2017 · 2 min read

If you are suffering from chronic back pain and sciatica, there is no need to go for potentially risky spine surgery any more. Racz Epidural Neurolysis is an interventional treatment for pain management that has been found highly effective in chronic back pain, cause due to –

· Herniated disc — Herniated discs can result in nerve root irritation and nerve compression

· Bulging disc — Protruding or bulging discs can lead to nerve compression

· Radiculopathy — Irritation involving the nerve root

· Scar Tissue — Scar tissue could be the result of spinal surgery or an injury

Epidural Scarring Causes

Epidural scarring typically occurs due to bleeding into the epidural space, often after back surgery and the following healing process, in which fibrotic tissue replaces epidural fat. It is a natural occurrence following surgical intervention. Sometimes scarring can also occur when a disc ruptures and its contents leak out.

The Racz Epidural Neurolysis Procedure

The Racz Epidural Neurolysis treatment comprises of an injection or a series of injections into the spine that reduce back pain by specifically targeting a specific region of the spine.

The injection consists of the following:

· A mixture of local anesthetic

· Steroid medication

· X-ray contrast so that the scarred space can be clearly visualized

· Concentrated sterile salt solution to soften scar tissue

The procedure is ideal for individuals with significant scarring around spinal nerves and those suffering from chronic back pain due to disc bulging, disc herniation, and radiculopathy among other issues.

The procedure involves inserting a needle through skin and deeper tissues. It feels like getting a tetanus shot or skin prick. The skin and deeper tissues are numbed with a local anesthetic prior to insertion of the spinal needle and catheter.

Cortisone medication is injected into the affected area around spinal nerves to eliminate chronic back pain. Due to significant scarring, a catheter may be implanted to allow access to affected areas. This procedure will also dissolve tissue scarring, apart from alleviating pain.

Candidates for Racz Epidural Neurolysis

Patients with chronic back pain and failed conservative treatment methods are good candidates for Racz Epidural Neurolysis procedure. Patients who have allergies to anesthesia or steroids, are taking prescription blood thinners, or are immune-compromised may not be considered.

Racz Epidural Neurolysis Success and Recovery

Most patients report significant pain reduction within 3 to 7 days of the procedure. Pain relief may last from a week to several months. Periodic injections have helped chronic pain patients obtain relief, get back to normal daily activities and have a better quality of life.

To learn more about pain management and treatment or to schedule an appointment with the top pain management clinics in Chicago, call Illinois Pain Institute at 888–925–5189 TODAY.

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Our qualified back pain specialist at Illinois Pain Institute provides best and effective back pain treatment in Chicago.

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