What happens during an injection?

A local anesthetic will be used to numb your skin.  The doctor will then insert a thin needle directly into the epidural space.  Fluoroscopy, a type of x-ray, must be used to ensure the safe and proper position of the needle.  A dye may also be injected to make sure the needle is at the correct spot.

 Once the doctor is sure the needle is correctly placed, the medicine will be injected.