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Gray, GA

My ortho spine doctor suggested these injections due to stenosis and spurs in the cervical area of my spine. This may be what is causing severe elbow/arm pain. The risks are very scarry.

October 15, 2023
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Members shared mixed experiences with cervical steroid injections for arm and elbow pain caused by stenosis and spurs, with some finding... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences with cervical steroid injections for arm and elbow pain caused by stenosis and spurs, with some finding meaningful relief while others experienced minimal benefit or complications. Several members recommended trying alternative treatments first, including acupuncture, water therapy, physical therapy, and dry needling, which many found effective in managing pain without invasive procedures. A recurring theme was the importance of carefully choosing an experienced provider, weighing the risks of injections or surgery, and understanding that relief varies greatly from person to person.

A myRAteam Member

Hi Maypg, your response mirrors my symptoms and it pains me that someone else is enduring the pains and anguish I am. I am sorry you are suffering and I pray you will have a pain free night. One day, they will find a cure for this dreadful disease, but I don't think it will be in my lifetime.

October 16, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Maypg & Dianne, I having pain in back due to RA , but I also have a herniated disc at L5. The suggestions you made are sensible short term solutions to the back pain. I am hesitant of have surgery and the dr. has me on generic Cymbalta and generic Lyrica. Both have cause major wt. gain. No diet is taking the lbs off, and I am extremely frustrated! Another too, will the insurance pay for this?
Talk about frustration!

October 16, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Hello PattiHenderson hope you are doing well 😊! I had injections πŸ’‰ in the lumber and C-Spine and the person who was doing the treatment cracked my disc that cause me to have emergency neck surgery which I needed to get a C-Spine fusion. Just be careful in who does it and how πŸ€”. But you should first try acupuncture and water πŸ’§ therapy before you decide the injections. Have beautiful morning.

October 16, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Thank you pain is not gone completely but I am going to doctor next week so we will see what happens next

October 20, 2023
A myRAteam Member

I had the dry needling on my lower back and hips. It worked for a while, then it would only last for the evening I had it done. I am glad it worked well for you, Toby.

October 19, 2023

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