Epidural and spinal pain treatment

During epidural and spinal pain treatment, the painkiller is administered into the subarachnoid space or the surrounding area (epidural space) by using a catheter. Your physician will use this type of pain treatment if other pain management proves ineffective or causes significant side effects.

The epidural or spinal catheter will be placed at the recovery department. We will continuously monitor your blood pressure and heartbeat. You will then receive the dose of pain treatment that best suits you. You may need to spend an average of three days at the hospital. 

Blood thinners

Please let us know if you are taking a blood thinner. You may need to quit taking this medication several days before the procedure. Certain painkillers can affect blood coagulation. Ook sommige pijnstillers hebben invloed op de bloedstolling. Please consult your physician about your painkillers.

Sensitivity?

If you have any sensitivities to iodine, bandages, contrast agents, or anesthesia, please consult your pain specialist.