The anesthesiologist will then advance a needle into the epidural space, which lies outside of the dural sac which contains the spinal cord and fluid. A small catheter will then be inserted into ...

Caudal epidural steroid injection (ESI) is an established treatment for spine-related problems, although reported success rates vary, largely as a result of incorrect placement of the needle.

[5]#5 The epidural needle is wider than the one used for flu shots and usually 3 1/2 inches long. To prep for the needle, you’ll receive local anesthesia on a small area of your low- to mid-back ...

The system, developed using proprietary Dynamic Pressure Sensing Technology®, allows for real-time verification of epidural needle placement, increasing procedural accuracy and reducing ...