By Anne Marie Stilwell, MD
When back or neck pain begins to interfere with your daily life, even simple movements can feel impossible. At Still Well Pain Management on Staten Island, we understand how debilitating spinal pain can be—and we offer proven solutions to help you take your life back.
One of the most effective treatments for chronic spinal pain is the Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI)—a minimally invasive, targeted therapy designed to reduce inflammation, relieve nerve compression, and get you moving again.
All injections are expertly administered by Anne Marie Stilwell, MD, a double board-certified Anesthesiologist and Interventional Pain Management Specialist, Ivy League trained, and known for her precision and patient-centered care.
What Is an Epidural Steroid Injection?
An epidural steroid injection involves placing a powerful anti-inflammatory medication (a corticosteroid) directly into the epidural space of the spine—the area surrounding irritated or inflamed spinal nerves. The goal is to reduce swelling and inflammation, relieving pressure on nerves and significantly easing pain.
This outpatient procedure is performed under image guidance to ensure maximum accuracy and safety.
What Conditions Can ESIs Treat?
At our Staten Island pain management clinic, we use ESIs to treat:
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Sciatica (lumbar radiculopathy)
- Spinal stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Cervical and lumbar radiculopathy
- Chronic lower back or neck pain
Many patients experience relief within days, allowing them to resume physical therapy or avoid more invasive procedures like surgery.
Why Choose Still Well for Your Epidural Injection?
- âś…Â Administered by Dr. Anne Marie Stilwell, a fellowship-trained expert in spine interventions with over 50,000 injections performed over her 30 year career
- ✅ Image-guided precision ensures accurate needle placement and effective results
- ✅ Minimally invasive – no stitches, no downtime, no general anesthesia
- ✅ In-office procedure on Staten Island – convenient and efficient
- ✅ Personalized care plans – we don’t just treat pain, we treat the whole person
Meet Your Specialist: Dr. Anne Marie Stilwell
A proud Staten Island native, Dr. Stilwell completed her medical degree at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and her residency at Weill Cornell Medicine, followed by advanced fellowship training at the Tri-Institutional Pain Medicine Fellowship (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Hospital for Special Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian).
She brings decades of experience and advanced training to every patient interaction, ensuring that each injection is customized, precise, and effective.
What to Expect During the Procedure
- The area is cleansed and numbed for comfort
- Under live fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance, a thin needle is inserted into the epidural space
- A combination of steroid and anesthetic is injected
- The procedure typically takes 15–30 minutes
- Most patients can return to normal activity within a day
Some patients feel immediate relief; others may notice improvement over several days as inflammation subsides.
A Staten Island Patient’s Story
“After just one epidural injection at Still Well, I was able to sleep through the night and stand without shooting pain down my leg. Dr. Stilwell truly gave me my life back.”
Is an Epidural Steroid Injection Right for You?
If you’re struggling with chronic back or neck pain, numbness, tingling, or pain radiating down your arms or legs, an ESI may be the breakthrough you need. It’s a great alternative to surgery and a proven complement to physical therapy and other conservative care.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Don’t let spinal pain limit your quality of life. Still Well Pain Management on Staten Island offers state-of-the-art, non-surgical pain relief options like epidural steroid injections, all performed by a seasoned expert in pain medicine.
📍 Call today or book online to meet with Dr. Stilwell and explore a customized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
