Your physician reviews your medical history and imaging, confirms the likely source of your pain and answers your questions. We will discuss cost and insurance up front so you know exactly what to expect before your appointment.
When lower back pain lingers, the first challenge is figuring out exactly where it is coming from. Lumbar Spinal Injections are used in both the assessment and treatment of low back pain, which makes them valuable for determining whether particular structures in the spine are the true source of your discomfort. At Fondren Orthopedic Group, a Division of OrthoLoneStar, our specialists use this minimally invasive, evidence-based approach to pinpoint the problem and bring you relief, all guided by a personalized care and treatment plan built around your goals.
The right injection depends on the source of your pain. One common approach is the lumbar facet joint injection. Facet joints are small joints linking the bones of your spine, providing stability and helping guide your movement. In some cases, these joints can become a source of pain. A lower back pain injection aims to assist in diagnosis and relieve pain. Using an image-guided technique, your physician targets the affected joints directly, ensuring precise treatment.
Pain that begins in the lumbar facet joints is characteristically felt in the lower back, hip and leg. As part of our interventional spine care approach, a lower back pain injection may be considered for issues such as:
Arthritis of the spine
A back injury or mechanical strain to the back
Disc degeneration
Herniated discs
Spinal stenosis
Nerve compression
A lumbar injection is often considered when conservative treatments like rest, activity modification and physical therapy have not provided adequate relief. The best way to know is a thorough evaluation. Our team reviews your history, examines your spine and explains your options clearly so you can make a confident, informed decision. Because we take a multidisciplinary approach, your physician can collaborate with other specialists to support your recovery.
At Fondren Orthopedic, we aim to make the lumbar injection process as simple and transparent as possible. From your first consultation through your recovery, our team guides you at every stage so you always know what comes next.
Your physician reviews your medical history and imaging, confirms the likely source of your pain and answers your questions. We will discuss cost and insurance up front so you know exactly what to expect before your appointment.
The injection is minimally invasive. Using image guidance, your physician delivers the medication directly to the targeted area for precise, focused treatment.
After you receive your facet joint injection, you should be able to start on a physical therapy regimen designed to improve your condition. For some patients, injections can help delay or even avoid more invasive procedures.
Results vary from patient to patient. Many people notice relief within a few days as the medication takes effect, and that relief can last for weeks or months. Steroid injections are generally limited to three per year. Your physician will discuss the approach that works best for your needs.
Patients across Houston trust our team because experience speaks for itself. We set ourselves apart through:
Multidisciplinary support from board-certified physicians with sub-specializations.
State-of-the-art technology paired with evidence-backed methods.
Minimally invasive care with flexible scheduling.
Individualized treatment plans.
No matter where you live in Houston, we have convenient locations and talented experts dedicated to your care.
Take the first step toward lasting relief with Fondren Orthopedic Group. Book your visit online today or call (713) 794-3599 to schedule an appointment.
