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Epidural steroid injections have fast become a very effective treatment for cases of major back pain.  Most doctors are in agreement that the epidural for back pain is very beneficial for a patient during a heightened episode of back pain.  The effects of the injection are only temporary if the source of the pain is not eliminated, usually lasting only a few weeks, or in some cases up to one year.  You can have up to three epidurals for back pain in one year.  The injection can help provide satisfactory pain relief so that the patient can proceed with physical therapy, rehabilitative stretching and a thorough exercise program