I know it seems scary, but after your first time, you’ll do fine.
I just had steroid injections in my lower back on Tuesday. I have had them before in my upper back but this was the first time in my lower back. It has helped a lot with the pain. It’s not gone but at least I can function. I was seriously starting to worry about being able to take care of myself.
The first time I had upper back injections I was given what was supposed to be a mild sedative. It had no affect on me, but I had no problems during the procedure. The doctor used a local anesthetic before injecting the steroids, so I didn’t feel much even without sedation.
Since that first procedure, about three years ago, I have asked not to have any sedation, just the local anesthetic. So I am able to drive myself to and from the hospital, which makes me very happy. I’m very stubborn and self-sufficient and I hate asking for help.
I am to the point now that, during the procedure, the doctor and I joke around while he’s sticking needles into my spine. He used to know a girl with the same first and last name as me. He must have had a crush in her cuz he mentions her every time!
Anyway, you will be fine once you get beyond the initial fear.
I hope your procedure goes well and you get some relief! Congratulations on your two month anniversary!
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