Does RX require hospitalization ?

No generally they are day care procedures more procedures require observation for 2-4 hr

Is there any side effect?

Negligable

Does steroids are used in treatment?

Not in joints. In spine procedures it is used as anti inflammatory

Does these procedures are painful?

There is minor needle pain which is used to anesthesia skin

Are these procedures covered under health insurance?

Yes, most of them are.

Can i have a procedure on the same day as my evaluation?

Yes, it can be planned on same day. it depends on procedure planned and your medical evaluation.

Does it matter if i take blood thinners such as aspirin coumadin?

Yes, please notify your physician about your medication if you are undergoing any procedure some procedures may require to stop this medication before few days.

How does the doctor know where to perform the procedure ?

Vast majoring of procedure will take place under x-ray guidance doctor knows where to put needle in relation to structures,comfirme by injecting small amount of dye and then inject medicines or do RF. procedure

What precaution should I follow after procedure ?

Do not eat for 1-2 hr after procedure

Do not drive by yourself take rest for 2-3 days.

Don't travell long distance for 2-3 days.

Take medicines as advised

Keep regular follow up call doctor for any help.