Here’s what you should know before getting an epidural – and why it might not provide full pain relief as expected ...

It’s no secret that delivering a baby can be painful, yet the decision about whether or not to use an epidural is a personal one for you and your family. An epidural is used to block nerve signals ...

Pain relief options for labor and delivery extend beyond epidural. Credit...Elena Xausa Supported by By Alice Callahan This guide was originally published on May 3, 2019. In my first pregnancy, I ...

An epidural is an anesthetic delivered through a catheter (small tube) into a potential space outside the spinal cord called the epidural space. Using this catheter, we are able to infuse a solution ...

Q: I’m trying to decide whether or not to get an epidural. Can you give me the basics on how it works? A: Epidural medication is used to block the transmission of pain impulses so you can have a more ...

Pain during childbirth can be excruciating for some women—and its harmful effects may reach beyond the delivery room. A small new study suggests that getting a pain-relieving epidural injection during ...

While epidurals are generally safe, they still carry a degree of risk and some side effects, including headache, soreness, and a decrease in blood pressure. In rare situations, they may also result in ...

An epidural steroid injection is a nonsurgical procedure that provides pain relief. A doctor will inject steroids into the epidural space to reduce inflammation due to certain spinal conditions. An ...

An epidural hematoma is a serious head injury that tears a blood vessel just under your skull, on top of the brain's outer membrane, called the "dura." It often happens when you fracture your skull ...