Cervical Foraminal Versus Interlaminar Epidurals: Risks, Benefits, and Alternatives

Abstract

The goal of cervical epidural corticosteroid injections is to ameliorate pain from cervical radiculopathy. Controversy remains regarding the use and optimal delivery route of epidural medications in the cervical spine. The purpose of this review article is to compare the risks and benefits associated with cervical interlaminar and transforaminal epidural injections, and to describe alternatives to their use.