Dr. Ahuja also performs a similar type of steroid injection called a facet injection. The facets are joints on either side of the spine. Diseased facets can cause nerve irritation and pain.
There are two unique aspects to a facet injection: the steroid medication has to be directly injected into the joint, and the procedure is always done under fluoroscopy.
Don’t worry about deciding between an ESI and a facet injection; Dr. Ahuja will give you his recommendation on the best way to treat your pain.