He/she may inject local anesthesia into the skin and deeper tissues of the lower back which may cause a burning or pressure sensation. The anesthesiologist will then advance a needle into the epidural ...

The walking epidural uses a lower dose of the drugs used in a classic epidural to promote mobility during labor. Learn more ...

Some of these shortages have been resolved, but most are ongoing as of July 2023. Two types of epidural needles and a brand of epidural catheters are anticipated to be in shortage through August 2023.

It’s similar to an epidural in that regard, but spinal blocks are actually faster to administer, last only a couple of hours and cannot be 'topped up'. We imagine that a needle to the back is a pretty ...

The CompuFlo® Epidural System utilizes Milestone Scientific’s patented Dynamic Pressure Sensing Technology®, offering real-time feedback to ensure accurate needle placement during epidural ...