A blockage of the spine involves injecting the spine with a strong anti-inflammatory drug - a steroid, thanks to which the pain in the spine is reduced or eliminated. The procedure is performed under the control of fluoroscopy (X-ray view) in an outpatient setting.

The first analgesic effect that appears a few hours after the injection is due to the anesthetic drug given together with the steroid. The proper analgesic effect of Diprophos begins on the 3-7th day after the injection and lasts for several weeks (usually 4 weeks). If necessary, the blockade can be repeated, but there should be no more than 3-5 spine injections a year. Some patients, after blockage, function without back pain for a longer period of time and do not even need additional injections.

The spine injection procedure called a steroid blockade is an effective method of treating sciatica pain. The ingredient in the injectable drug is a steroid that works by inhibiting the inflammatory response responsible for pain. There are many preparations available on the market that are used for spine injections, such as Diprophos or Depo-Medrol.

Back pain can be treated both by an orthopedist specializing in the treatment of the spine and by a neurosurgeon. After collecting a detailed history, examination of the spine and analysis of imaging tests, the doctor should suggest the optimal methods of conservative or surgical treatment. The choice of treatment depends on the severity of the disease, the level of severity of back pain, the attempts to treat the spine so far and the presence of comorbidities in the patient. Conservative treatment can be carried out by an orthopedist with the active participation of a physiotherapist. If an invasive procedure (e.g. spine blockade) or surgery is required, treatment should be carried out by an experienced neurosurgeon.

The knee block is the injection of a steroid with strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties into the knee joint. The procedure is justified in the case of inflammation of the knee bursa or the joint itself. The blockade can be given in the case of advanced knee degeneration - the steroid does not heal degenerative changes, but it significantly alleviates pain. The steroid is injected into the knee under ultrasound guidance.

A steroid blockade is the topical administration of a steroid-containing drug (e.g., Diprophos) that has strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The steroid is given as an injection under ultrasound or fluoroscopy guidance. Injection sites may include a joint, bursa, tendon sheath, nerve area, or subcutaneous tissue. A steroid blockade does not cure the cause of the disease, but inhibits inflammation and thus can effectively reduce the level of pain. It is recommended that blockages be performed only in case of severe pain that does not go away despite the use of other conservative treatments.

Due to the possible side effects in the form of weakening of the tissue structure, it is recommended not to administer the steroid to the same place more than 3-5 times during the year. The attending physician decides whether to repeat the injection.