The Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection gains access to the epidural space by a lateral approach through a small opening called a neuroforamen. This is where the nerves from our spine begin their journey to the rest of the body, and this is why leg pain is often found with back pain.

Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injections are a popular, minimally invasive, non-operative treatment option for back and leg pain. They are used to relieve pain arising from irritated nerves in the lumbar spine.

Your provider may recommend this injection if irritations include things such as herniated discs, degenerating discs, and arthritic spinal joints. You may recognize it as low back pain with sharp pain radiating into one or both legs.