Your reaction to this cervical injection is distinctly unusual. There are occasions that an injection can cause a “volume” phenomenon. The fluid volume can cause pressure on neurological structures temporarily, especially if injected quickly. If the cord was temporarily irritated, I would expect paresthesias (pins and needles) possibly in both legs but pain is much more unusual. I cannot speculate on these new symptoms.
Dr. Corenman
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Donald Corenman, MD, DC is a highly-regarded spine surgeon, considered an expert in the area of neck and back pain. Trained as both a Medical Doctor and Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Corenman earned academic appointments as Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and his research on spine surgery and rehabilitation has resulted in the publication of multiple peer-reviewed articles and two books.
