Patient Information Guide
Patient Information Guide
Epidural Injections
Epidural steroid injections deliver anti-inflammatory medication around the spinal nerves. They treat sciatica, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis.
Will this injection hurt?
You may feel mild pressure or a pinch, but numbing medicine keeps you comfortable.
How long does the relief last?
Many patients feel relief for several weeks to months. Some require repeat injections.
Facet Injections
Facet joints are small joints along the spine. Injections reduce pain from arthritis or inflammation and confirm if they are the pain source.
What are facet joints?
They are small joints in your spine that allow movement. When inflamed, they cause pain.
How do I know if this will help me?
If your pain improves after the injection, the joint is confirmed as the source.
Carpal & Cubital Tunnel Injections
These injections treat nerve compression in the wrist or elbow, reducing swelling and improving numbness and tingling.
Is this better than surgery?
Injections can relieve symptoms and often delay or avoid surgery.
What symptoms improve?
Numbness, tingling, hand weakness, and pain often improve.
All Joint Injections
Joint injections relieve pain from arthritis, injury, or overuse in shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles.
Do I need time off work?
Usually, no downtime is required.
Which joints can be treated?
Shoulders, hips, knees, ankles, and more.
All Soft Tissue Injections
These injections target muscles, tendons, and ligaments to treat tendonitis, bursitis, and soft tissue
inflammation.
What conditions benefit?
Tendonitis, bursitis, and ligament injuries.
How fast will I feel better?
Relief often comes within days and can last weeks to months.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Therapy
PRP uses your own blood, spun to concentrate platelets, to stimulate natural healing and tissue repair.
Is PRP safe?
Yes, it’s made from your own blood, so there’s no risk of rejection.
How many treatments do I need?
Usually 1–3 sessions, depending on your condition.
Stem Cell Therapy
Stem cells may help regenerate tissue in damaged joints or soft tissues.
What can stem cells treat?
Arthritis, cartilage loss, and chronic injuries.
Is this proven?
It’s an advanced therapy with promising results, though outcomes vary.
Cortisone Injections
Cortisone provides quick anti-inflammatory relief for joints, tendons, and soft tissues.
Will cortisone fix my problem?
It won’t cure the condition but can reduce pain and swelling.
How often can I get them?
Usually no more than a few times per year in one area.
Trigger Point Injections
Trigger points are tight muscle knots that cause pain and stiffness. Injections relax these muscles and relieve
pain.
What are trigger points?
Muscle knots that can cause pain in the neck, back, or shoulders.
Will this stop spasms?
Yes, injections relax the muscle and often give immediate relief.
Invasive procedure
For all questions regarding invasive procedures and surgeries, please consult directly with Dr. Hanna
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