Post Procedure Instructions for:

• Epidural Steroid Injections
• Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar or Caudal
• Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injections
• Facet Joint Injections
• Medial Branch Blocks

Following your procedure, please follow these instructions:

1. Continue to take your medications as prescribed. An ice pack placed on the injection site for 20 minutes on, then 20 minutes off may also be helpful.
2. Remove band-aid from injection site when bleeding stops. (Leave on no longer than 24 hours as the adhesive may cause skin irritation.)
3. Common side effects* from steroid injections include:
   • Flushing or feeling of warmth
   • Increased water retention
   • Leg cramps
   • Increase in appetite
   • Increase in blood glucose levels. Note: If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood sugar levels closely.
4. If you experience any of the following symptoms within 48 hours after today’s procedure, please call the office.
   • Redness, swelling, and/or drainage at the injection site
   • Fever and/or chills
   • Severe headache
   • An increase in numbness and tingling in arms or legs
   • If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact. Dr. Wilson or his nurse Bobbie at (877) 87-DRJIM.

*These side effects are to be expected and should not be cause for concern.