In some cases, a steroid (cortisone) injection can reduce back pain and nerve pain that travels into your buttocks and legs by reducing inflammation. Our spine specialists may prescribe a combination ...

When there's overuse of steroids, its impact is more than just muscle gains or quick relief from inflammation. These ...

Dr. Christo answers the question: 'Safety, Frequency Of Steroid Injections?' — -- Question: Are Steroid Injections Safe And How Often Might I Need Them For My Pain? Answer: Steroid injections can ...

The problem with PEDs use today is much more widespread and closer to home than many people believe, Pope warns. Both mass ...

Side effects of steroids are common, affecting up to 90% of people who take them. Short-term side effects can include acne, headaches, dizziness, and heartburn. Long-term side effects include weight ...

Cortisone (or steroid) injections have become increasingly popular over the years for people looking to address chronic joint pain and inflammation. Why have they become so popular? Well, for starters ...

Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) offer limited effectiveness in reducing back pain and disability, an updated review by the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) suggested. “They may modestly reduce ...

Objective To compare the effectiveness of patient advice plus heel cup alone (PA) versus PA and lower limb exercise (PAX) versus PAX plus corticosteroid injection (PAXI) to improve self-reported pain ...