Ep. 55 Backtable Basics Lumbar Epidural Injections with Dr. Chris Beck

06/08/2024 45 min
Ep. 55 Backtable Basics Lumbar Epidural Injections with Dr. Chris Beck

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Episode Synopsis

An epidural steroid injection (ESI) is a minimally invasive technique used to treat back pain. Providers from various specialties and settings can learn and offer this procedure. In this episode of the Back Table MSK Podcast, hosts Jacob Fleming and Chris Beck share their experiences and techniques for performing ESIs.

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SYNPOSIS

The doctors detail the technical aspects of their ESI procedures, including guidance on patient and C-arm positioning, considerations for an interlaminar approach, and potential complications to watch for.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction
03:41 - Learning How to Perform ESIs
06:58 - Common Indications for ESIs
10:49 - Dr. Beck’s Technical Approach
32:22 - Dr. Fleming’s Technical Approach
40:49 - Treating Intrathecal Complications

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RESOURCES

Atlas of Image-Guided Spinal Procedures (Furman et al, 2018):
https://shop.elsevier.com/books/atlas-of-image-guided-spinal-procedures/furman/978-0-323-40153-1

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