Common Symptoms & Causes

Symptoms that may require nerve root injections include:

• Sharp, burning pain in arms or legs

• Tingling, numbness, or weakness

• Pain aggravated by movement or posture

Causes may include:

• Herniated or slipped disc

• Spinal stenosis (narrowing of spinal canal)

• Degenerative disc disease

• Nerve compression due to bone spurs or inflammation

Treatment Benefits

• Reduces inflammation and pain around the nerve

• Helps avoid or delay spine surgery

• Can improve mobility and quality of life

• Often combined with physiotherapy for better long-term relief

Prevention & Aftercare

While nerve root injections provide pain relief, long-term prevention involves:

• Regular exercise to strengthen back and core muscles

• Maintaining good posture while sitting, standing, and lifting

• Avoiding prolonged sitting or sudden, jerky movements

• Weight management and a healthy lifestyle

After the injection, patients are advised to rest for a day and gradually resume normal activities. Pain relief may begin within a few days and last for weeks or months, depending on the condition.