Description

Epidural injections are a medical procedure used to deliver medication into the epidural space of the spinal cord. This technique is often employed to relieve pain, particularly in cases of chronic back pain or during labor.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this procedure using various terms, such as 'inyecciones para el dolor' or 'bloqueo epidural', which are colloquial and should be avoided in formal contexts. It is important to maintain a clinical tone and ensure that the patient understands the specific nature of the procedure.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor recommended epidural injections to help manage the patient's severe back pain.

ES: El médico recomendó inyecciones epidurales para ayudar a controlar el dolor severo de espalda del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing epidural injections with spinal taps; misinterpreting related terms like 'bloqueo' or 'anestesia'; assuming all injections are the same without clarifying the specific type.