Epidural steroid injections can deliver an anti-inflammatory steroid into the epidural space around the spinal cord. It is unclear why this might cause pain before relief, but there are many theories, ...

This month’s case resulted in a large monetary verdict against the physician, possibly a record-breaking sum in the New York country where it took place.

The body’s defenses may be mildly lowered for about 1 to 4 weeks after a single steroid shot into a joint or near your spine. In some people, particularly with higher doses, this effect may last up to ...

Home remedies, such as hot or cold compresses, can help decrease lower back pain. Alternative therapies like acupuncture or chiropractic care may also provide some benefits. Traction and prescription ...

Sciatica is a term often mistaken for a medical condition. However, sciatica is a symptom of an underlying disorder that results from compression of the sciatic nerve, which originates in your spine ...

The revelation that the chef Heston Blumenthal has created a tasting menu for people on weight loss jabs may have raised eyebrows, but there is scientific evidence that drugs such as Wegovy and ...